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Started by alken211, February 05, 2011, 01:41:46 PM

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alken211

February 05, 2011, 01:41:46 PM
 :)Hi,
My name is Alice and I have Sjogren's Syndrome.  I was diagnosed after a biopsy by an ENT/Surgeon.  I have two inflamed salivary glands, IBS, joint pain, dry mouth and eyes, Rheumatoid Arthritis, sinus, and insomnia.  I am on 400mg of hydroxychloroquine daily, and it seems to help immensely.  I have had no flare ups of the RA, but still have the dryness problem.  I use Systane for the eyes, and Sinus Relief and Nasonex for the sinus.  For the mouth dryness, I use sugarless gum, drink water, and suck on sugarless candy.

I hope these dumb inflamed salivary glands go down.
Alice from Flushing, NY

Katybarstool

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February 05, 2011, 01:46:16 PM
Hi Alice

Welcome aboard. Hope you enjoy being part of our family.

Kathyx

Cheryl

#2
February 05, 2011, 02:17:44 PM
Alice,
It's nice meeting you.   Best wishes in dealing with Sjogren's.  This site can be a helpful resource when you need info or a listening ear.   I'm glad you found us. 

I hope your salivary glands get back to normal soon.  Some people find it helps to massage them.
Take care,
Cheryl 
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Scottietottie

#3
February 05, 2011, 05:56:41 PM
Hi Alice  :)

Welcome to Sjogren's world.  :)

Some people find that warm compresses and gentle massage help when the glands swell.

I hope you find the site useful. It's certainly a friendly and supportive forum.

Take care - Scottie  :)
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Joe S.

#4
February 05, 2011, 06:53:40 PM
Welcome Alice.
bkn C4 & C5, herniation's 7 n, 5 t, 4 l, Nerve Damage
Lisinopril, Amlodipine, Pantoprazole, Metformin, Furosemide, Glimepiride,
Centrum Silver, Cinnamon, Magnesium, Flaxseed, Inositol, D3, ALA, ALC, Aleve, cistanche
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cremer

#5
February 06, 2011, 11:05:12 AM
Welcome to Sjogrens World Alice.

Bucky

#6
February 07, 2011, 11:42:09 AM
Hi Alice - welcome.

It sounds like you are using all of the same products many of us here use too.  There is such a wide array of OTC products - it ends up being a personal preference to which works best for each of us. 

If there is a specific topic/subject you are interested in knowing more about, if you put those words in the search box to the top left of this page - it will take you to previous threads about that topic/subject.  If you can't find what you're looking for, by all means, start your own thread.

I hope the pain from your inflamed glands goes away quickly.  I hear many members talk of this too and agree with the others that recommend warm compresses.

I hope you find this site helpful to you on your Sjogren's journey.

Bucky
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Meld256

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February 08, 2011, 07:35:54 PM
Hi Alice,

Welcome to Sjogren's World!  :)  You'll find lots of info. here along with friendly people traveling the same journey with you.

I also hope your gland inflammation "retreats" soon. Looking forward to seeing more posts from you.
Take care,
Melinda
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