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Contents

Learning Objectives
1 Sjögren’s Syndrome
    Summary
    The Symptoms of Sjögren’s Syndrome
    What Causes Sjögren’s Syndrome
    Other Causes of Dry Eyes and Dry Mouth
    Approaches to Treatment
    Patient Support Groups
    Role of the Diet and Nutrition
    Heartburn and Esophageal Motility in Sjögren’s Syndrome
    Medications in Treatment of Sjögren’s Syndrome
    Particular Needs of the Sjögren’s Patient at the Time of Surgery
    ADDITIONAL READING
2 Sjögren’s Syndrome :Dental Role in Providing Relief
    Introduction
    Clinical Findings
    Differential Diagnosis
    Clinical Considerations
    Conclusions
    References
3 Problems Associated With the Dry Mouth of Sjögren Syndrome
    Problems of Dry Mouth
    Oral Mucositis
    Anti-Yeast Medications
    Difficult Choices
    Additional Reading
4 Pilocarpine Tablets for the Treatment of Dry Mouth and Dry Eye Symptoms in Patients With Sjögren’s Syndrome
    Introduction
    Clinical Trial
    Results
    References
5 Sjögren’s Syndrome: Patient Information
    Sjögren’s Syndrome
    Symptoms
    Diagnosis
    Treatment
    Medications
    Exercise
    Support and More Information
6 Sjögren’s Syndrome Glossary
    Immunologic Terms
    Ophthalmic Terms
    Xerostomic (Dry Mouth) Terms
Appendix A
Post Test