What Is Sjogren's Syndrome?
10. Treatment
There is no known cure for Sjogren’s syndrome, and treating the condition will involve treating the patient’s symptoms. For many people, this will involve drinking water more regularly, and using eye drops to keep the eyes moist. This will not be enough in some cases, however.
Medication for Sjogren’s syndrome will often involve drugs that will help the body to increase the production of saliva, and tears. Drugs that help to suppress the immune system may be used, although these will make the patient more susceptible to catching other diseases. A surgical procedure that will prevent tears from draining away from the eyes may also be performed.
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