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Having both lupus and Sjögren's is relatively common - studies show that up to 17.8% of people with lupus may also have Sjögren's. Both are autoimmune conditions where your immune system becomes overactive and mistakenly attacks healthy tissues in your body.

While both conditions involve inflammation, they can affect your Show Full Answer

Having both lupus and Sjögren's is relatively common - studies show that up to 17.8% of people with lupus may also have Sjögren's. Both are autoimmune conditions where your immune system becomes overactive and mistakenly attacks healthy tissues in your body.

While both conditions involve inflammation, they can affect your body differently. Sjögren's often causes symptoms like dry eyes and dry mouth because it affects the salivary glands, while lupus can impact various organs throughout your body. The good news is that both conditions can be managed by your rheumatologist. They may recommend different treatments to help control inflammation and manage specific symptoms. For example, they might prescribe:

• Pain relief medications for both conditions
• Artificial tears or anti-inflammatory eye drops for Sjögren's symptoms
• Medications to stimulate tear and saliva production
• Other treatments specific to your symptoms

Be sure to communicate openly with your rheumatologist about any new or changing symptoms so they can adjust your treatment plan accordingly.

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