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What is the prognosis for patients with Sjögren's syndrome?

With proper attention to eye and oral care the outlook for patients with Sjögren's syndrome is generally excellent. Eye dryness can lead to serious injury to the eye, particularly the cornea, and this should be avoided by consultation with an eye specialist. Mouth dryness can lead to dental decay and parotid gland infection and parotid stones. Optimal oral hygiene is essential.

The serious complications of primary biliary cirrhosis and lymphoma can dramatically affect prognosis and are monitored for in routine regular office visits.

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Comment from: Merl, 65-74 Female (Patient) Published: April 23

I was diagnosed with Cancer of the limp glands as my doctors said about 30 years ago I was sent to Brisbane to have many tests. Pleased to say they came back clear. Then I was sent to a doctor who after many tests again he told me I had Sjogrens Syndrome. The Doctors in my area had never heard of it .I was rung by many doctors for the symptoms that I suffered as they thought their patients may have it also and they asked if there patients could ring me to find out the suffering I was having. I suffer with many pains in my joints and have had one knee replaced with the other to be done in about 6 months. Reflux in my case in my case I have been taken to hospital with a suspected heart attack .The pain is so hard to accept. Yes my joints are not good and my eyes give me trouble and dry mouth for which I use eye drops and drink lots of water. So as you can see after 30 years I was a test pig all those years ago. I have learnt to live with it and suck lots of Mylanta tablets for the pain that is always in my chest 30 years is a long time I have to live with it.

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Comment from: kh, 45-54 Female (Patient) Published: August 09

I am 52 years old. I have just recently been diagnosed with Sjogrens'. I most noticed the painful joints after inactivity. Sometimes I can hardly walk. I have some dry eye problems but not the mouth. I did have some shortness of breath while lying down. Walking daily and rest seem to help me.

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