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Can sjogren's syndrome cause a weak tongue muscle as a symptom?
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Yes: It may be part of constellation of auto immune disorder. It may occur as primary or secondary with other symptoms.Please check with Rheumatologist regarding weak tongue. In the meantime take primrose oil which contains linoleic acid & GLA will give relief of dry eyes.
Answered 12/28/2014
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