Abstract

Understanding Sjögren's Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Management

Author(s): Waseema Hussain

Sjögren's syndrome is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects the body's moisture-producing glands, leading to symptoms like dry eyes, dry mouth, and often systemic manifestations. Named after Swedish ophthalmologist Henrik Sjögren, who first identified the condition in the early 20th century, this syndrome primarily targets the salivary and lacrimal glands, but it can also affect other organs and systems in the body.