Sjogren’s syndrome is defined as a syndrome of xerophthalmia
(dry eyes) and xerostomia (dry mouth) due to immune destruction of endocrine
glands, especially of the lacrimal and salivary glands.
Two types of Sjogren’s disease
Primary Sjogren’s syndrome- Sicca complex (dry eyes and dry
mouth) and extra glandular symptoms without any additional connective tissue
disorder
Secondary Sjogren’s syndrome- Sicca complex that occurs with
another autoimmune disorder such as SLE, RA, or scleroderma.
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