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Written by Dr. Kara Wada

Managing Your Sjogren's Medications: A Guide to Side Effects and Long-Term Health science & research Nov 20, 2024

 

Does the thought of taking medications for Sjogren’s sometimes make you feel more overwhelmed than relieved?

Managing chronic illnesses like Sjogren's can be like learning to juggle a dozen balls while walking a tightrope! Balancing symptoms, medication schedules, potential side effects, long-te...

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The Ultimate Guide to Dry Eye Relief for Sjogren's Patients practical tips & sustainable solutions Nov 13, 2024

 

Does it sometimes feel like you’ve got a permanent case of sandpaper in your eyes? If you're nodding yes, I’m right there with you! Dry eyes are a common complaint for most of us living with Sjogren’s. As a doctor and a Sjogren's patient, I constantly find myself researching new solutions for the...

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Sjogren's and Exercise: Finding Your Movement Sweet Spot lifestyle medicine sjogren's Nov 06, 2024

Does the thought of exercise with Sjogren's feel exhausting, well, exhausting? Trust me, you are not alone. Dealing with Sjogren's can feel like you've already run a marathon before you've even put on your sneakers! The fatigue can be overwhelming. Those achy joints and even the occasional "brain fo...

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5 Allergy Myths Debunked: Get the Facts, Find Relief allergy & immunology Oct 30, 2024

Allergies – those annoying immune system mix-ups – can be a real drag!

And with so much misinformation floating around, separating fact from fiction can feel more challenging than finding a matching sock in the dryer (amirite?!).

As an allergist and immunologist who's walked this allergy path with...

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Could What You Eat Be Impacting Your Sjogren's? nutrition & recipes Oct 16, 2024

Have you ever considered the possibility that your Sjogren’s symptoms might be linked to the food on your plate?

As an allergist, immunologist, and a fellow Sjogren's patient, I’ve become fascinated by the profound ways diet can impact this complex autoimmune condition.

It turns out, food is more ...

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The Last 90 Days of 2024: How to Finish Strong advocacy & empowerment Oct 01, 2024

We're officially entering the final stretch of 2024! Can you believe it?

Time seems to be flying by, which is why I wanted to take a moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate some wins – both big and small.

I'm a big believer in the power of acknowledging our accomplishments, no matter how big or sm...

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The Case Against "Secondary" Sjögren's: It's Time for a Change sjogren's Sep 18, 2024

The historical classification of Sjögren's syndrome into "primary" and "secondary" categories is outdated and misleading.

The evidence suggests that Sjögren's, whether it appears alone or with another autoimmune disease, is fundamentally the same condition.

The term "secondary" not only diminishes...

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The Gut-Sjogren's Link: Understanding the Connection and Finding Relief sjogren's Aug 28, 2024

If you're living with Sjogren's disease, you're likely no stranger to the constellation of symptoms that come with it: the relentless fatigue, the sandpapery dryness, the achy joints. But have you ever considered that your gut health could be playing a significant role in these challenges?

As a phy...

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