Sjogren's syndrome: a rheumatic disorder with prominent respiratory manifestations.
Sjogren's syndrome is an autoimmune condition with extraordinary and unique involvement in the eyes and respiratory tract. These patients frequently present or are referred to an allergist for evaluation. Recognition of the syndrome is critical for effective management.
Oregon Health Sciences University, Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Portland.
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D001327:Autoimmune Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D005128:Eye Diseases / Q000150:complications; D006801:Humans; D008223:Lymphoma / Q000150:complications; D012120:Respiration Disorders / Q000150:complications*; D012216:Rheumatic Diseases / Q000150:complications*; D012466:Salivary Gland Diseases / Q000150:complications; D012859:Sjogren's Syndrome / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy