A member asked:

Is there a relationship between mastocytosis and sjogrens ?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. John Chiu answered

No: Mastocytosis is from activation of the mast cells with some of the cases related to a genetic mutation, Sjogren's is considered an autoimmune disorder. The symptoms and causes are entirely different.

Answered 10/30/2017

495 views

Thank
Dr. Luis Matos answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Yes, it depends: Sjogren's Syndrome is an inflammatory condition with dryness of eyes, mouth, skin and all other tissues that have glands that produce secretions. This inflammation is associated by an autoimmune antibody reaction that has specific criteria for the diagnosis. In some mastocytosis patients, glands can be inflamed by mast cells, have symptoms similar to and be misdiagnosed with Sjogren's.

Answered 11/2/2017

493 views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

What is mastocytosis and is it serious?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

What is the definition or description of: mastocytosis?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

What is a cure for mastocytosis?

1 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

A member asked:

Can you treat sjogrens syndrome?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

A member asked:

Can you tell me aboiut sjogrens syndrome?

A doctor has provided 1 answer