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GlossarySjogren's syndrome (Sicca syndrome)

autoimmune disorder causing dry eyes and mouth

Sjogren's syndrome, also known as Sicca syndrome, is an autoimmune disorder where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own moisture-producing glands. This leads to symptoms such as dry eyes and dry mouth, and it can also affect other organs and systems, including the skin, joints, and nervous system.

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research Sjögren's Syndrome in Scurvy

55 citations , May 1970 in “New England Journal of Medicine”

Scurvy may cause symptoms similar to Sjögren's syndrome, which disappear with vitamin C.

research Triple-Negative Sjogren’s Syndrome and Recurrent Pneumothorax: An Uncommon Presentation of Autoimmune Disease

2 citations , July 2022 in “Cureus”

Recurrent pneumothorax can occur in Sjogren's syndrome, even without common markers.

Long-Term Complications of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: The Spectrum of Chronic Problems in Survivors Necessitates Multidisciplinary Follow-Up

research Long-Term Complications of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis: The Spectrum of Chronic Problems in Survivors Necessitates Multidisciplinary Follow-Up

105 citations , February 2017 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Survivors of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis need ongoing care for various long-term health problems.

research Post-COVID-19 Syndrome: Persistent Symptoms at the Post-Viral Stage of the Disease. A Systematic Review of Current Data

151 citations , May 2021 in “Frontiers in Medicine”

Many patients experience long-lasting symptoms like fatigue and pain after COVID-19, regardless of initial disease severity.

research Efficacy of Tofacitinib in the Treatment of Universal Alopecia Areata and Primary Sjögren Syndrome

April 2023 in “Dermato”

Tofacitinib may effectively treat hair loss and improve symptoms in autoimmune conditions like alopecia areata and Sjögren's syndrome, but long-term treatment might be necessary.

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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

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Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

community Topical Minoxidil is a pain in the ass for diffuse thinners

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