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Get dehydrated n dry mouth a lot even if i drink lot of water.blood work for electrolytes fine.sjogren(ana,ra,ssa/b,ra) all -ve.can 30yrmale get sjogr?

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Dr. Alvin Wells
Dr. Alvin Wellsanswered
Rheumatology 43 years experience
Dry mouth: You still may have Sjogren's. We also look at medications or other agents that might cause dryness. I recommend seeing a rheumatologist and would be happy to do a consult if needed.
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