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What is the primary characteristic of Sjögren Syndrome?
What is the primary characteristic of Sjögren Syndrome?
Which of the following is a common age range for Sjögren Syndrome diagnosis?
Which of the following is a common age range for Sjögren Syndrome diagnosis?
What is the female-to-male ratio in Sjögren Syndrome prevalence?
What is the female-to-male ratio in Sjögren Syndrome prevalence?
What is the hallmark symptom of keratoconjunctivitis sicca in Sjögren Syndrome?
What is the hallmark symptom of keratoconjunctivitis sicca in Sjögren Syndrome?
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Which classification of Sjögren Syndrome involves associations with other autoimmune diseases?
Which classification of Sjögren Syndrome involves associations with other autoimmune diseases?
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Which autoimmune diseases are commonly associated with secondary Sjögren Syndrome?
Which autoimmune diseases are commonly associated with secondary Sjögren Syndrome?
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What is the most commonly used diagnostic test for dry eyes in Sjögren Syndrome?
What is the most commonly used diagnostic test for dry eyes in Sjögren Syndrome?
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What histological finding is diagnostic in a salivary gland biopsy for Sjögren Syndrome?
What histological finding is diagnostic in a salivary gland biopsy for Sjögren Syndrome?
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Which antibody is found in approximately 70% of Sjögren Syndrome patients?
Which antibody is found in approximately 70% of Sjögren Syndrome patients?
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Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of Sjögren Syndrome?
Which of the following is NOT a clinical manifestation of Sjögren Syndrome?
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Which investigation is primarily used to evaluate renal involvement in Sjögren Syndrome?
Which investigation is primarily used to evaluate renal involvement in Sjögren Syndrome?
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What is the primary purpose of hypromellose in managing Sjögren Syndrome?
What is the primary purpose of hypromellose in managing Sjögren Syndrome?
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Which of the following is NOT a common extra-glandular manifestation of Sjögren Syndrome?
Which of the following is NOT a common extra-glandular manifestation of Sjögren Syndrome?
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What is the gold standard for confirming Sjögren Syndrome diagnosis?
What is the gold standard for confirming Sjögren Syndrome diagnosis?
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Which symptom is most commonly associated with interstitial lung disease in Sjögren Syndrome?
Which symptom is most commonly associated with interstitial lung disease in Sjögren Syndrome?
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What is the risk of lymphoma in Sjögren Syndrome attributed to?
What is the risk of lymphoma in Sjögren Syndrome attributed to?
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What condition does the Saxon test evaluate in Sjögren Syndrome patients?
What condition does the Saxon test evaluate in Sjögren Syndrome patients?
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Which of the following treatments is used for vaginal dryness in Sjögren Syndrome?
Which of the following treatments is used for vaginal dryness in Sjögren Syndrome?
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What percentage of Sjögren Syndrome patients typically show positive ANA serology?
What percentage of Sjögren Syndrome patients typically show positive ANA serology?
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Which organ system is primarily targeted in Sjögren Syndrome?
Which organ system is primarily targeted in Sjögren Syndrome?
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Study Notes
Sjögren Syndrome MCQs
- Primary characteristic: Lymphocytic infiltration of salivary and lacrimal glands.
- Common age range for diagnosis: 40-50 years.
- Female-to-male prevalence ratio: 9:1.
- Hallmark symptom of keratoconjunctivitis sicca: Dry eyes.
- Sjögren Syndrome classification with associations to other autoimmune diseases: Secondary Sjögren Syndrome.
- Commonly associated autoimmune diseases: Rheumatoid arthritis, and systemic lupus erythematosus; Hyperthyroidism and Graves' disease.
- Diagnostic test for dry eyes: Schirmer tear test.
- Diagnostic histological finding in salivary gland biopsy: Lymphocytic infiltration.
- Antibody commonly found in patients: Anti-La antibody.
- Not a clinical manifestation: Peripheral neuropathy.
- Investigation for renal involvement: 24-hour urine collection.
- Primary purpose of hypromellose: Treating dry mouth and keratoconjunctivitis sicca.
- Not a common extra-glandular manifestation: Cardiac arrhythmias.
- Gold standard for diagnosis: Lip or salivary gland biopsy.
- Symptom associated with interstitial lung disease: Sudden dyspnea.
- Cause of lymphoma risk: Chronic inflammation.
- Condition evaluated by the Saxon test: Dry mouth.
- Treatment for vaginal dryness: Vaginal lubricants.
- Percentage of patients with positive ANA serology: 70%.
- Primary target organ system: Exocrine glands.
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Test your knowledge on Sjögren Syndrome with this set of multiple choice questions. Covering characteristics, common associations, symptoms, and diagnostic tests, this quiz will enhance your understanding of this autoimmune condition. Ideal for medical students and professionals looking to reinforce their knowledge.
