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When do you say "you have Sjogren's Syndrome"?
I would like a professional or someone with experience to reply, although I will listen to what you have to say, thank you. My rheumatologist THINKS I have Sjogren's Syndrome. My ANA was positive and symptoms only include dry eyes. Nothing else matches Sjogren's symptoms. Lupus, based on the tests he did, was thrown out. Can anything else create a positive ANA? or Should I go on meds for Sjogren's even when the doctor is NOT 100% sure and my only symptom is dry eyes?
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- Anonymous1 decade agoFavorite Answer
I am currently under treatment for Lupus (for almost 1 year). I still do not have a definitive diagnosis. I have SOME symptoms of lupus, but I have to have a certain number of symptoms before I can be OFFICIALLY diagnosed.
I would definitely follow your doctors directions!! I have very few external symptoms of Lupus, some of my bloodwork is just suggestive.
- ?Lv 61 decade ago
You should listen to your Dr. He should know. The most characteristic feature of Sjogren's is the dry eyes and often the only symptom. It is caused by an autoimmune disorder . as he said you may not have it but rather than do nothing your rheumatologist wants to treat you. You are in good hands Sjogrens is pretty specific as far a symptoms go so the results of a positive ANA should be proof. You have no other symptoms of other conditions that may effect ANA results
