A chronic inflammatory condition thought to affect as many as four million Americans, Sjögren's syndrome occurs when the immune system targets the body’s own moisture-producing organs.

Sufferers -- often middle-aged women -- typically experience extreme dryness in the mouth, eyes, and other mucous membranes.

Duke rheumatologists are dedicated to helping patients manage this potentially serious autoimmune disorder. We coordinate with other appropriate Duke specialists -- ophthalmologists and otolaryngologists, for example -- to deliver the cross-disciplinary care Sjögren's syndrome patients require.

Appointments

To learn more about the services Duke offers for Sjögren’s syndrome, or to get a referral or schedule an appointment with a rheumatologist, call 919-668-7630 locally or 888-ASK-DUKE (888-275-3853) toll-free.

Physicians

Physicians offering this service include:

• Allen, Nancy B.
• Caldwell, David S.
• Clowse, Megan E.B.
• Criscione-Schreiber, Lisa G.
• Hershfield, Michael S.
• Kraus, Virginia Byers
• McCallum, Rex M.
• Pisetsky, David S.
• Rice, John R.
• St. Clair, E. William

Locations

This service is available at:

• Duke Rheumatology
  Duke Clinic 2F/2G, 200 Trent Drive, Durham, NC 27710
• Duke University Hospital
  2301 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27710