Questions to Ask Your Health Care Provider about Sjogren's Syndrome

  • How can you be sure that my symptoms of dry mouth and/or dry eye are due to Sjogren's syndrome and not some other disorder?
  • What types of diagnostic tests will I need to undergo in order to confirm the diagnosis?
  • What types of treatments do you recommend for dry mouth?
  • What types of treatments do you recommend for dry eye?
  • What treatments will I need to undergo if I have Sjogren's syndrome with systemic involvement?
  • Which types of physicians or other health care professionals should I have on my treatment team?
  • Can you recommend any health care providers specializing in treating patients with Sjogren's syndrome?
  • How should I expect my symptoms to progress over time?
  • Are there any lifestyle modifications that may better control my symptoms?
  • How often should I schedule follow-up visits for reevaluation?
  • Should I be followed by each specialist separately or can one health care provider manage my condition?
  • Are there any clinical trials focusing on new treatments for Sjogren's syndrome?

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