What is sjogrens syndrome?

An autoimmune diseas: Sjögren's is an autoimmune disease where the body "turns against itself" and makes antibodies against the mucous secreting areas of the body- the eyes mouth respiratory and genitourinary it is mostly associated as the dry eyes dry mouth syndrome .Other features may include arthritis and kidney disease. It is vital that you see a rheumatologist to evaluate yourcsymptoms make the correct diagnosis a.

Autoimmune condition: This autoimmune condition involves chronic dry eyes and mouth and can affect other organ systems as well. The disease attacks and damages the body's moisture producing glands. This may make it difficult to swallow. Other parts of the body as in joints, rashes, arms, legs can be affected. Lungs, kidney, and liver can be inflamed and some people get neurologic involvement. Google for more informatio.

Dry eyes, dry mout: Dryness of all mucous membranes, occasionally with arthritis or connective tissue diseases.