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Would like to hear from people with Sjogrens

Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Nov 14, 2023 | Replies (76)

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@cblue

I’m newly diagnosed with Sjogrens, would like to meet people, communicate, if possible with patients in NYC metro area. Think I need a rheumatologist with more expertise in this, nuch sicker than expected. Saliva med not working consistently, think, nut not sure small nerve fiber(‘ involvement. Severe joint pain, coughing,, with gobs phlegm & dry hacking , vasculitis, eyes pain, visual issues ( but will see eye doc soon.… more.. my doc was great , but used it out after a year of blood work failed to diagnose. Bad flare, lip biopsy diagnosed. Was given informational leads by someone in this site, but If you live vaguely in nyc area, would like suggestions for rheumatologist familiar with Sjogrens as a systemic not just minor dry mouth, dry eyes disease. Don’t remember rules of this group either post to me here or by private message.

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Hello again, @cblue ! A good way to find a doctor is to check out these two websites:
GARD https://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/. This one if for genetic and rare diseases. They also keep a list of doctors
https://rarediseases.org/ This is the rare disease organization. Their website is great.

You might also be interested in this newsletter. https://www.sjogrensadvocate.com/. You have lots of work to do, but be sure to write down your questions!
And, yes, the moderator will remove your email.
I’m sure you will meet other members. Will you stay in touch and let me know what you learn?

@cblue, Mayo Clinic Connect is a public forum and it is not recommended to post a personal email address publicly. Please use the Private Message function. It is secure. Learn how in the Help Center https://connect.mayoclinic.org/help-center/

I might also add that by sharing here in the forum, you are connecting with several people where all can benefit from group support.