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I have sjoren's with systemic sx (peripheral neuropathy, arthritis in small joints), and recently had a bad asthma flare (1st in 20 yrs). related?

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Comments: Sjogren's can affect many different systems within the body, but the asthma could be triggered by medications or even contact with an allergen. Likely best to sort out with your rheumatologist, as I suspect you could have more problems if this is not addressed.

Answered 5/3/2016

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