PA Boards 57: Sjogren Syndrome
PhysicianAssistantBoards.com - Key points:-Autoimmune disease of unknonw etiology-Higher incidence of hodgkin lymphoma and oral candidiasis-Presents with dry eyes, dry mouch, parotid gland enlargment, peripheral neuropathy-Positive shirmer test and anti ro (SSA) and anti la (SSB) antibodies-Half with positive RF. Majority with postive ANA-Treat with artificial tears and lozenges-Refractory cases treat with pilocarpine or cevimeline If you haven't checked out the site in a while, check it out! I cleaned house :)
