Has anyone with PBC been diagnosed with Sjögren's syndrome?
Yes, Sjögren's syndrome is quite common among people with PBC. Research shows that around 35 percent of people with PBC are also diagnosed with Sjögren's, though many more may experience its hallmark symptoms like dry eyes and dry mouth without a formal diagnosis.
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Has anyone with PBC been diagnosed with Sjögren's syndrome?
Yes, Sjögren's syndrome is quite common among people with PBC. Research shows that around 35 percent of people with PBC are also diagnosed with Sjögren's, though many more may experience its hallmark symptoms like dry eyes and dry mouth without a formal diagnosis.
In fact, between 47 percent and 73 percent of people with PBC experience dry eyes or dry mouth, which are the main symptoms of Sjögren's. These conditions can flare at the same time, so you might notice symptoms of both occurring together.
A myPBCteam member shared their experience: "I have had vague autoimmune symptoms for most of my life, including irritable bowels, dry mouth and eyes, skin rashes that come and go, loss of color along my knuckles, and fatigue."
Sjögren's is one of the most common autoimmune conditions that occurs alongside PBC, affecting anywhere from 40 percent to 65 percent of people with PBC. It's not unusual to experience symptoms of Sjögren's even before receiving a PBC diagnosis.
If you're experiencing persistent dry eyes or dry mouth, it's worth discussing with your doctor to see if additional testing or treatment might help.
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