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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

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 ==Overview==
 ==Medical Therapy==
-There is neither a known cure for Sjögren's syndrome nor a specific treatment to permanently restore gland secretion. Instead, treatment is generally symptomatic and supportive. Moisture replacement therapies such as artificial tears may ease the symptoms of dry eyes (some patients with more severe problems use goggles to increase local humidity or have [[Lacrimal punctum|punctal]] plugs inserted to help retain tears on the occular surface for a longer time). Additionally, [[Cyclosporin]] (Restasis) is available by prescription to help treat chronic dry eye by suppressing the inflammation that disrupts tear secretion.  Prescription drugs are also available that help to stimulate salivary flow, such as [[cevimeline]] and [[pilocarpine]]. [[Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug]]s may be used to treat musculoskeletal symptoms. For individuals with severe complications, [[corticosteroid]]s or immunosuppressive drugs may be prescribed. Also, [[disease-modifying antirheumatic drug]]s (DMARDs) such as [[methotrexate]] may be helpful.
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