Sjogren's Disease: Beyond Dry Eyes - Understanding a Systemic Autoimmune Condition
Connected Rheumatology via YouTube
Overview
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Discover the comprehensive impact of Sjogren's disease beyond dry eyes in this informative 11-minute video. Explore how this systemic autoimmune condition affects various body systems, including joints, muscles, skin, nervous system, and blood. Learn about diagnostic methods, potential symptoms, and the importance of comprehensive care. Gain insights into approaching Sjogren's management and prepare conversation starters for your doctor visits. Understand the connection between initial blood tests and disease severity prediction. Equip yourself with knowledge to better navigate this complex condition that primarily affects peri- or postmenopausal women but can impact anyone.
Syllabus
Intro
Sjogren’s 101
Symptoms beyond dry eye
The Joints
Muscle pain
Skin Symptoms
Nervous System Symptoms
Blood level changes
How to approach your Sjogren’s
Convo Starters Qs for you and your Doc
Taught by
Connected Rheumatology