Primary Sjögren’s syndrome
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Primary Sjögren’s syndrome

Sally Sawyer Lupus Nurse Specialist, Southampton Lupus Clinic, Department of Rheumatology, Southampton General Hospital, Hampshire
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This article aims to raise awareness of the chronic autoimmune rheumatological disorder Sjögren’s syndrome. It describes the main symptoms, diagnosis and management of patients with primary Sjögren’s syndrome. It is applicable to nurses working in primary and secondary care settings and offers advice on how they can support such patients with protective and preventive measures.

Nursing Standard. 18, 23, 33-36. doi: 10.7748/ns2004.02.18.23.33.c3550

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sally.sawyer@suht.swest.nhs.uk

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Keywords :

Arthritis and rheumatism - Eyes - Oral health

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18 February 2004 / Vol 18 issue 23

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