What Is Sjogren's Syndrome?
8. Who’s At Risk?
As mentioned, Sjogren’s disease is more likely to be found in people who have certain genes. There are other factors involved such as sex, and women are more likely to have the disease than men are. Age is another potential factor, and Sjogren’s disease is more likely to be found in people aged 40 years old and higher.
People that have a rheumatic disease are also more likely to develop Sjogren’s disease. These are inflammatory diseases that tend to affect joints, whereas they can also affect other parts of the body including the ligaments, tendons, muscles, and bones. Examples of a rheumatic disease include lupus and arthritis.
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