Sjogren’s Syndrome News

May 20, 2020May 20, 2020

Researchers Shed Light on Genetics Behind Sex-based Vulnerability to Sjögren’s, Other Diseases

Genetic variations in the complement system — a part of the immune response — contribute to differences between men and women in their susceptibility to Sjögren’s syndrome, lupus, and schizophrenia, ... Read more

May 13, 2020May 13, 2020

Research Implicates MicroRNA in Primary Sjögren’s Syndrome Eye Inflammation

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A small RNA molecule may help to drive inflammation in the eyes of people with primary Sjögren’s syndrome (pSS), a new study reports. The findings imply that this molecule, called ... Read more

May 6, 2020May 6, 2020

Damage to Eye Surface Evident in Sjögren Patients, Study Reports

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In addition to dry eyes, people with Sjögren syndrome have damage to the surface of their eyes, and those with most extensive damage have high levels of biomarkers linked to ... Read more

April 29, 2020June 1, 2020

Surge in Telemedicine One ‘Good’ Outcome from COVID-19 Crisis, Doctors Say

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While there are few silver linings to the cloud created by COVID-19, the pandemic that has killed tens of thousands, hobbled economies worldwide and drove millions to quarantine in their ... Read more

April 22, 2020April 22, 2020

Bacteria in Mouth May Trigger Inflammation Damaging to Salivary Glands

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Alterations in salivary glands that cause immune cell infiltration in Sjӧgren’s syndrome patients may be triggered by changes in the mouth’s bacterial composition, findings from a recent study suggest. While ... Read more

April 15, 2020April 15, 2020

Vaginal Dryness in Sjögren’s Traced Partly to Blood Vessel Defects

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Vaginal dryness in women with primary Sjögren’s syndrome may be caused by defective blood vessels and an infiltration of immune cells in their vagina and cervix, a new study suggests. The ... Read more

April 8, 2020April 8, 2020

Sjögren’s Symptoms Not Affected by Seasonal Changes, Study Finds

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Seasonal changes do not appear to significantly influence the main symptoms of primary Sjögren’s syndrome — pain, fatigue, and dryness — according to a large study. The study, “Seasonal effect ... Read more

April 1, 2020April 1, 2020

Poor Sleep Linked to Fatigue and Disease Activity in Primary Sjögren’s

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Poor sleep quality is linked to both fatigue and increased disease activity in primary Sjögren’s syndrome patients, a study reported. Its researchers recommend more study into ways that might help patients with ... Read more

March 25, 2020March 25, 2020

Symptoms Outside Glands in Sjögren’s Patients May Increase Risk of Other Diseases

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People with primary Sjögren’s syndrome who have symptoms outside their glands may carry a higher risk of developing other conditions, such as heart or thyroid disease, and might also be ... Read more

March 22, 2020March 23, 2020

Diet Tips for Sjogren’s Syndrome Patients

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Sjogren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease characterized by dryness in the mouth and throat, eyes, skin, vagina, and other organs. This dryness may lead to irritation, soreness, and pain, and make you want to ... Read more

March 19, 2020March 21, 2020

Scientists Uncover Clues on How Autoimmune Diseases Develop, May Aid Diagnoses

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The immune cells that produce self-targeting antibodies in cryoglobulinemia vasculitis (CV), a complication of Sjogren’s syndrome, are characterized by mutations that are known to drive lymphomas, a new study suggests. ... Read more

March 12, 2020March 21, 2020

Sjogren’s Patients Report Better Quality of Life Than Those With Sicca Unrelated to Disorder

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People with primary Sjögren’s syndrome have poor overall and oral health-related quality of life compared to healthy people, but these measures appear to be even worse among those with dryness ... Read more

March 5, 2020March 21, 2020

Video: BioNews’ Social Media Campaign Highlights #WhatMakesMeRare

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In recognition of Rare Disease Day Feb. 29, BioNews Services launched a social media campaign last month asking patients to describe what makes them rare. Running Feb. 7–29, the #WhatMakesMeRare ... Read more

March 5, 2020March 21, 2020

Catalpol Improves Sjogren’s Symptoms by Affecting Immune Cell Interactions, Mouse Study Suggests

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Catalpol, the active ingredient in a medicinal herb often used for Sjögren’s syndrome treatment, eases disease symptoms by altering the balance and communication of specific immune cells, a study in ... Read more

March 5, 2020March 21, 2020

Managing Raynaud’s Phenomenon When You Have Sjogren’s

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Sjogren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks glands that produce secretions such as tears and saliva. Symptoms include dryness in the mouth and throat, eyes, ... Read more