The Sjogren's Book

by Wallace, Daniel J.

• ISBN13: 9780199737222
• ISBN10: 0199737223
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2011-10-03
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

Though Sj#xF6;gren's syndrome affects one in 70 Americans, the disease remains largely misunderstood and often misdiagnosed. This autoimmune disease is marked by dryness of the eyes, nose, and mouth and affects the full musculoskeletal system. The Sj#xF6;gren's Syndrome Handbook is the premier resource guide on the disease and covers the spectrum of Sj#xF6;gren's issues that confront patients, family members, and health care providers alike. Like its predecessors, this edition of the Handbook is designed not only to provide factual knowledge but to encourage communication with the medical health care team regarding Sj#xF6;gren's symptoms. The book contains 39 chapters covering the symptoms of the disease, its specific effects on various systems throughout the body, and symptom management. This edition also contains a new section on lifestyle issues aimed at improving the quality of life for Sj#xF6;gren's sufferers. This book has been written and edited by the Sj#xF6;gren's Syndrome Foundation and leading physician, Daniel J. Wallace. It is designed to be accessible and informative and will be of interest to patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers alike.

Author Biography

The Sjgren's Syndrome Foundation, based in Bethesda, Maryland, is the only national non-profit organization focused on educating patients and their families about Sjgren's increasing public and professional awareness, and encouraging research into new treatments and a cure for Sjgren'.

Table of Contents

Contributors	p. ix
Preface	p. xv
Introduction: Why Write a Book on Sjögren's?	p. xvii
Introduction and Definitions
Sjögren's Syndrome Foundation: The Patients' and Professionals' Key Resource and Advocate	p. 3
What is Sjögren's?
Who Develops Sjögren's?
The Pathophysiology of Sjögren's
Pathogenesis of Sjögren's	p. 17
Genetics and Sjögren's Syndrome	p. 31
Sjögren's Syndrome: An Immunological Perspective	p. 43
What Causes Exocrine Dysfunction in Sjögren's?
Where and How Can the Body be Affected by Sjögren's?
Generalized Symptoms and Signs of Sjögren's	p. 73
The Internal Organs In Sjögren's
The Central Nervus System and Sjögren's Vasculopathy	p. 92
The Gastrointestinal Tract	p. 106
Gynecological Issues, Including Pregnancy	p. 113
Lymphoma
Diseases Associated with Sjögren's Syndrome	p. 130
The Dry Eye
The Dry Mouth	p. 157
Salivary Glands, Ears, Nose, and Throat
Lab Work: Blood Tests, Imaging, Biopsies, and Beyond	p. 173
Why Is Sjögren's Syndrome So Difficult to Diagnose?	p. 191
The Management of Sjögren's
Treatment of Dry Mouth	p. 201
Management of Dry Eye
Treatmint' of Other Sicca Symptoms	p. 218
Dry Ears, Nose and Sinuses	p. 218
Dry Skin	p. 222
Vaginal Dryness	p. 224
Diagnosis and Management of Fatigue	p. 228
Management of Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain	p. 235
Management of Serious Internal Organ Manifestations
Evaluation and Management of the Neurological Manifestations of Sjögren's Syndrome	p. 249
Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Sjögren's Syndrome	p. 260
Vitamin D and Sjögren's Syndrome	p. 271
Testing New Drugs and Future Directions	p. 275
Quality of Life and Sjögren's	p. 287
Lifestyle Issues-Emotional	p. 293
Enhancing Resilience Through Mind/Body Interactions	p. 301
Related Topics on Living with Sjögren's	p. 311
Sex	p. 311
Sleep	p. 318
Surgery	p. 322
Vaccinations	p. 329
Disability and Sjögren's	p. 333
Web, Print, and Media Resource Manual	p. 345
Glossary	p. 357
Appendix: Products for Sjögren's Patients	p. 373
Index	p. 375
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