SJÖGREN

Sjögren's Syndrome (SS) is an autoimmune disease which affects approximately 1 in 200 people in the developed world. In Sjögren's syndrome, specialised secretary glands that produce saliva and to dry eyes and dry mouth. In addition, many patients feel tired all the time and experience aches and pains which can be quite debilitating. The condition occurs when the body's immune system, which normally provides protection from infection, begins to attack parts of the body instead, particularly the tear and salivary glands. This causes many symptoms ranging from mild discomfort, irritation and vision distortion, to serve damage to the corneal surface... Scientists from the Ocular Immunology Research Group RCSI, experts in public patient involvement and Sjögren's patient advocates are working in partnership to improve healthcare and help shape Sjögren's Research in Ireland