Sjogren's syndrome: When tissues dry out
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Sjogren's syndrome is an immune system disorder defined by its two most common symptoms, dry eyes and dry mouth with a combination of genetics and environmental factors being the likely cause. Symptoms are dry, gritty or burning eyes, blurry vision, and difficulty in talking or swallowing, hence self-care measures such as drinking plenty of fluids, using artificial tears, moisturizers and humidifiers and use of eyedrops are useful since there is no cure for this
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2006
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Burning mouth syndrome: Turning down the heat
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Women over sixty years of age usually experience burning mouth syndrome that does not necessarily involve only the tongue but can spread to the lips, gums, palate and throat causing pain and discomfort. Several medical conditions like hormonal imbalances, gastric reflux, diabetes, under-active thyroid, oral yeast infection and dry mouth could be responsible and so it is very difficult and complicated to pinpoint and treat the exact cause for this syndrome.
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2006
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