Gastric acid deficiency.

A swelling of the lymph nodes. In Sjögren's, this usually occurs in the neck and jaw region. alopecia: Hair loss.

Air sacs of the lungs.

A drug that alleviates pain.

Substance in the blood that is normally made in response to infection. Also referred to as immunoglobulins such as IgG, IgM, etc.

An antiphospholipid antibody.

A group of antibodies that includes anti-Sm and anti-RNP.

Quinine derived drugs, which were first developed to treat malaria and can manage Sjögren's, such as hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil).

Antibodies to a constituent of cell membranes seen in one-third of those with SLE. In the presence of a cofactor, these antibodies can alter clotting and lead to strokes, blood clots, miscarriages, an [..]

Medications that quiet spasms. Usually used in reference to the gastrointestinal tract.