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Sjogren's Syndrome

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Sjogren's Syndrome

Sjogren's syndrome is an inflammatory condition in which the immune system destroys cells in exocrine glands, most commonly the tear and salivary glands. It is a lifelong condition. There are two types:

* Primary Sjogren's syndrome—occurs alone
* Secondary Sjogren's syndrome—occurs with other rheumatic conditions such as arthritis , scleroderma , or systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus)

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Sjogrens Syndrome: diagnosed for 4 years
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