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Sjögren's Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

متلازمة جوغرين

Quick summary

Sjögren's syndrome is chronic autoimmune attack on tear and salivary glands, causing dry eyes and mouth. Treated with artificial tears, pilocarpine, cevimeline, and immunomodulators.

Last updated: 23 July 2026
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Treatment

  • Artificial tears and saliva substitutes.
  • Pilocarpine, cevimeline.
  • Hydroxychloroquine.
  • Rituximab for severe disease.