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PA Boards 57: Sjogren Syndrome

PA Boards 57: Sjogren Syndrome

FromMedgeeks Clinical Review Podcast


PA Boards 57: Sjogren Syndrome

FromMedgeeks Clinical Review Podcast

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Length:
7 minutes
Released:
Jun 3, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

PhysicianAssistantBoards.com - Key points:-Autoimmune disease of unknonw etiology-Higher incidence of hodgkin lymphoma and oral candidiasis-Presents with dry eyes, dry mouch, parotid gland enlargment, peripheral neuropathy-Positive shirmer test and anti ro (SSA) and anti la (SSB) antibodies-Half with positive RF. Majority with postive ANA-Treat with artificial tears and lozenges-Refractory cases treat with pilocarpine or cevimeline
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Released:
Jun 3, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

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