Guest guest Posted July 2, 2004 Report Share Posted July 2, 2004 Select by Specialty Cardiology Endocrinology Gastroenterology Hematology Nephrology Neurology Oncology Orthopedics Otolaryngology Psychiatry Rheumatology Or Condition Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Acoustic Neuromas Acute Myelogenous Leukemia Ankylosing Spondylitis Atrial Fibrillation Bipolar Disorder Bladder Cancer Carcinoid Tumors Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Chronic Pancreatitis Cluster Headaches Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) Glioblastoma Graves' Disease Hereditary Hemochromatosis Lymphedema Meniere's Disease Multiple Myeloma Myelodysplastic Syndromes Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Ovarian Cancer Parkinson's Disease Peripheral Neuropathy Polycystic Kidney Disease Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Renal Cell Carcinoma Restless Legs Syndrome Scleroderma (Systemic Sclerosis) Sjogren's Syndrome Small Cell Lung Cancer Spondylolisthesis Stroke Rehabilitation Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Tongue Cancer Trigeminal Neuralgia (tic douloureux) Vertigo MediFocus Guides Help Answer Key Questions about Sjogren's Syndrome: What are the standard treatments for Sjogren's Syndrome? What are your treatment options? Are there any promising new and effective treatments on the horizon? Where can you find the doctors, hospitals, and medical centers with specialized interest and expertise in Sjogren's Syndrome? Which organizations and support groups can help you cope more effectively with Sjogren's Syndrome? We subscribe to the HONcode principles of the Health On the Net Foundation. Sjogren's Syndrome Trustworthy Information Medifocus Guidebook:Sjogren's SyndromeUpdated: 05/01/2004 Comprehensive overview of Sjogren's Syndrome Explore your treatment options Learn about new developments Read medical journal abstracts Find doctors, hospitals, research centers More Information About the Guidebook Sjogren's syndrome is a chronic, inflammatory, autoimmune disorder characterized by dry mouth (xerostomia) and dry eye (keratoconjuctivitis sicca) which represent the two primary clinical features of this disorder. Two distinct forms of Sjogren's syndrome are recognized known as primary and secondary Sjogren's. Primary Sjogren's syndrome is defined as dry mouth that is not associated with another underlying autoimmune disoder, whereas, secondary Sjogren's is dry eye and dry mouth associated with an underlying autoimmune connective tissue disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, or scleroderma.It has been estimated that approximately 1 to 2 million Americans suffer from Sjogren's syndrome and affects women 9 times more frequently than men. Symptoms usually begin between the ages of 30 to 60 and frequently coincide with the onset of menopause. The exact cause of Sjogren's syndrome remains unknown and research is ongoing to try to elucidate the underlying physiological basis for the disorder.Although dry mouth and dry eye are the two primary features of Sjogren's syndrome, the disorder can become systemic and affect other organ systems of the body as well. Systemic manifestations of Sjogren's syndrome may include fatigue, muscle/joint pain, dry/itchy skin, gastroesophageal reflux, peripheral neuropathy, and vaginal dryness (among others). Research has demonstrated an association between Sjogren's syndrome and the development of lymphoma.Currently there is no know cure for Sjogren's syndrome. The objectives of treatment are to control the symptoms, prevent or limit organ involvement, and help patients improve their quality of life. Treatments for Sjogren's syndrome vary from patient to patient depending upon symptoms and which parts of the body are affected. In general, treatment is focused upon controlling the symptoms of dry mouth and dry eye using a variety of different strategies. Treatments for systemic manifestations of Sjogren's syndrome will vary depending upon which organs are involved and the severity of the symptoms. The MediFocus Guidebook on Sjogren's Syndrome contains information that is vital to anyone who has been diagnosed with this condition.You will learn about the causes, risk factors, common signs and symptoms, medical tests that are used to establish the diagnosis, and standard treatments. You will also learn about the latest clinical advances in the management of Sjogren's Syndrome as well as about the newest treatment options that are available.The MediFocus Guidebook on Sjogren's Syndrome will also inform you about important new, exciting research in the area of Sjogren's Syndrome. You will also learn about the doctors, hospitals, and medical centers that are at the leading edge in conducting clinical research about Sjogren's Syndrome.Information about clinical trials, quality of life issues, a list of questions to ask your doctor, and a useful directory of organizations and support groups that can help patients with Sjogren's Syndrome complete this valuable Guidebook.You won't find this combination of information anywhere else. It is easily accessible right here. We invite you to preview the MediFocus Guidebook on Sjogren's Syndrome so that you can decide if this comprehensive, trustworthy information may help you or someone you care about who has been diagnosed with Sjogren's Syndrome. 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