Síndrome de Sjögren primária : relato de caso

Abstract

Primary Sjögren's syndrome is a systemic autoimmune disease characterized by lymphocyte infiltration of the exocyanin glands that results in dry eyes and dry mouth, without association with other autoimmune diseases. It affects mainly individuals in the age group of 45 years, with a predilection for the female gender. Although it is one of the most common autoimmune diseases, it is still poorly diagnosed due to the complexity of its etiopathogenesis. The treatment of primary Sjögren's syndrome is multidisciplinary, involving medications that aim to reduce the discomfort caused by xerostomia and Xerophthalmia. The case reported in this study is a framework of primary Sjögren's syndrome, diagnosed in a female patient, who attended the odontological polyclinic of the State University of Amazonas complaining of dry mouth. The excisional biopsy of minor salivary glands was fundamental in the diagnosis of the disease, together with the knowledge of the signs and symptoms of the condition and correct interpretation of the laboratory exams