परिभाषा
Sjogren’s syndrome is an inflammatory disease. The immune system destroys cells in exocrine glands. It occurs most often the tear and salivary glands. It is a lifelong condition. There are two types:
- Primary Sjogren’s syndrome—occurs alone
- Secondary Sjogren’s syndrome—occurs with other rheumatic conditions such asrheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, or systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus)
का कारण बनता है
The causes of Sjogren’s are unknown. Contributing factors may include:
- विषाणु संक्रमण
- वंशागति
- हार्मोन
जोखिम कारक
Factors that increase your risk for Sjogren’s include:
- लिंग: महिला
- Age: 40-60 years old
- Other rheumatic or autoimmune diseases
लक्षण
लक्षणों में शामिल हो सकते हैं:
- Red, burning, itching, and/or dry eyes
- शुष्क मुंह
- निगलने में कठिनाई
- Loss of taste and smell
- Dry skin, nose, throat, and/or lungs
- Swollen salivary glands
- Severe dental cavities caused by dry mouth
- Oral yeast infections
- योनि का सूखापन
- Skin rashes
- जोड़ों और मांसपेशियों में दर्द
- थकान
In some cases, other parts of the body are affected as well. These include:
- Blood vessels
- The nervous system
- Organs such as the lungs, liver, pancreas, kidneys, and thyroid
Anti Ro antibodies are often present with Sjogren’s. These may cross to the baby during pregnancy. In some cases, they can cause neonatal lupus or infant heartblock.
निदान
This disease can affect many areas on your body. You may have to see several specialist before a final diagnosis is made. Dry eyes and mouth also increase with age. They can also be caused by medicine. The doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will be done.
परीक्षण में शामिल हो सकते हैं:
- Blood tests—including rheumatoid factor and other tests used to detect and monitor autoimmune diseases
- छाती का एक्स-रे - एक परीक्षण जो शरीर के अंदर संरचनाओं की तस्वीर लेने के लिए विकिरण का उपयोग करता है, इस मामले में फेफड़े
- Lip biopsy —removal of a sample of lip tissue to look for inflammation in the accessory salivary glands located there
- Schirmer test—placement of small pieces of paper between the lower eyelid and eyeball to see how much moisture is being produced
- Slit-lamp examination—a detailed exam of the eye with an adjustable light
- Urine test—to check kidney function
उपचार
There is no cure for Sjogren’s. No treatment can restore the ability of the glands to produce moisture. Patients with Sjogren’s have an increased incidence of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. They should be screened aggressively. The goal of treatment is to relieve symptoms.
उपचार में शामिल हैं:
दवा
To help relieve dryness:
- Artificial tears, artificial saliva, and vaginal lubricants
- Pilocarpine —ocular and oral dryness
- Cevimeline —requires less frequent dosing than pilocarpine, may cause nausea
To relieve joint and muscle pain:
- Aspirin or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
To relieve inflammation / swelling:
- Plaquenil —antimalarial drug with anti-inflammatory properties
- 'स्टेरॉयड
- Methotrexate —a steroid-sparing agent
जीवनशैली के उपाय
- Mild exercise can help relieve stiffness in the joints.
- To help relieve dry mouth, sip liquids often and suck on sugar-free candies.
- Brush, floss, and see your dentist regularly. This can help to prevent cavities.
- Use nonscented moisturizers to help relieve dry skin.
This condition is generally benign. However, people with severe cases are at increased risk for developing lymphoma. This is a cancer of the white blood cells. Your doctor will need to monitor you for this.
रोकथाम
There are no guidelines for preventing Sjogren’s syndrome. The cause is unknown.