Rheumatic Diseases

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noun a chronic autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system attacks its own moisture-producing glands, leading to symptoms such as dry eyes and mouth

  • Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune condition that affects the body's moisture-producing glands.
  • My friend was recently diagnosed with Sjögren’s syndrome, which explains her dry eyes and mouth.
  • Dealing with Sjögren’s syndrome can be a real pain in the neck, literally.
  • Living with Sjögren’s syndrome sometimes feels like being stuck in a desert without water.