Abstract:Sjogren's syndrome (SS) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by the destruction of exocrine glands by lymphocytic infiltration. Children and teenagers are less commonly affected. The initial symptoms of SS in teenagers might vary, depending on whether parotitis or other systemic organ involvement is present. Glandular involvement with the clinical hallmarks of dry eyes and dry mouth is common. Our case report is about a young woman who was admitted with acute flaccid paralysis and severe respiratory distres… Show more
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