A protein called ETS1 is present in large amounts in cells in the salivary glands of patients with Sjögren’s syndrome, where it may turn on a switch to make more of MMP-9, another protein that has been implicated in the early development of the disease, a study found. Researchers…
People with Sjögren’s syndrome appear to have imbalances in their oral and gut microbiota relative to healthy individuals, but studies to date provide inconsistent results so that clear conclusions cannot be drawn, a review study reports. Notably, the lack of standardized methodology and appropriate control groups may be behind…
Severe dryness symptoms increase the risk of developing tooth cavities and having oral Candida infection in people with Sjögren’s syndrome, a new study found. The study, “Sicca Symptoms, Oral Health Conditions, Salivary Flow…
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