Sjogren syndrome

Therapeutic area
Immunology
Rare disease
Yes

Definition
An autoimmune disorder in which immune cells attack and destroy the glands that produce tears and saliva. Sjögren syndrome is also associated with rheumatic disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis or systemic lupus erythematosus. The hallmark symptoms of Sjögren syndrome are dry mouth and dry eyes. In addition, Sjogren syndrome may cause skin, nose, and vaginal dryness. It also may affect other organs of the body including the kidneys, blood vessels, lungs, liver, pancreas, and brain
Genetic basis
Yes
Non-human condition
No
Rare disease
Yes
Listing at source
Listed
Condition name
Sjogren syndrome
Therapeutic area
Immunology

  • Sjogren syndrome
  • Sjogren syndrome
  • Sjögren syndrome
  • Sjögren-Gougerot syndrome
  • primary Sjogren-Gougerot syndrome
  • primary Sjögren-Gougerot syndrome
  • sicca syndrome
  • syndrome, Sjogren's

Disease mechanisms
  • Syndromic
Severity
Moderate

  • Immunology
  • Ophthalmology

MONDO ID
Parent condition
MONDO:0000586

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