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Sjogren's syndrome is a disorder of the immune system often defined by its two most common and first symtoms-dry eyes and a dry mouth. In Sjogren's syndrome, the immune system attacks healthy tissue. Any age can develop this syndrome yet most people are older than 40 when diagnosed. There is no cure but treatment can relieve symptoms. Most need to be on nonsteroid anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). This group of medications help to relieve both pain and inflammation. Your opthamologist may recommend topical nonsteroidal eyedrops, used with caution, so not to injure your cornea. Some doctors prescribe Hydrochloroquine (Plaquenil), are useful if you have inflamed joints. Pilocarpine (Salagen) can be prescribed for dry mouth symptoms, but is not an option if you have poorly controlled Asthma, cardiovascular disease or pregnant. Cevimeline (Evoxac) is also for dry mouths, it works by causing mouth to produce more saliva. Immunosuppressants are some meds that doctors may prescribe if problems arise. These medicines are cyclophosphamide (Cytooxan), methotrexate (Rheumatrex), mycophenolate (CellCept) and azathioprine IImuran). So, if there is a particular problem of the immune system, the doctor can pinpoint the particular problem with one of these last medications I listed. There is a minor surgery available to relieve dry eyes. There is also a new technique that drops are made from a persons own serum/the reports have been that the drops are beneficial in patients with dry eyes.
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