Sjögren's syndrome

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Sjögren's syndrome, which can cause dryness in the eyes and mouth, may be caused by both genetic and environmental factors.
August 27, 2020

Sjögren’s syndrome: What you need to know

Sjögren's syndrome is an autoimmune disease that often damages the glands that make tears and saliva, or spit. It...

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Joan Manny suffered for years before she was diagnosed with Sjögren's syndrome and now supports others with the condition.
August 18, 2020

Thriving with Sjögren’s syndrome

For decades, 79-year-old Joan Manny of Brookeville, Maryland, suffered from a variety of seemingly unconnected symptoms. In her teens and 2...

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Carrie Ann Inaba on the set of
July 28, 2020

Carrie Ann Inaba doesn’t let Sjögren’s syndrome stand in her way

Carrie Ann Inaba is a familiar face in millions of American homes. A lifelong dancer, she has become well-known as...

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Dry mouth, a symptom of Sjögren's syndrome, can put you at risk for tooth decay.
July 14, 2020

5 common questions about dry mouth

Dry mouth is a common symptom of Sjögren's syndrome, as well as other diseases like diabetes and HIV/AIDS....

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Blake Warner, D.D.S., Ph.D., M.P.H., conducts research on salivary disorders, focusing on Sjögren's syndrome.
June 23, 2020

Sjögren’s research explores genetic link to dry mouth, other saliva issues

Blake Warner, D.D.S., Ph.D., M.P.H., studies disorders that affect our salivary glands, including Sjögren's...

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