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Sjögren’s syndrome
Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease where the glands that normally produce tears, saliva and sweat are attacked by immune cells.
What is Sjögren’s syndrome?
Sjögren’s syndrome usually affects women, and is characterised by dry eyes and a dry mouth. It can also affect other mucous membranes like the intestines and lungs.
Read about Sjögren’s syndrome
Key Statistics
90%
9 out of 10 people with Sjögren’s are women
3 years
The average time from onset to diagnosis is 3 years
40-60 years
Average age at diagnosis is between 40 and 60 years
~3%
Affects ~3% of Australians
Sjögren’s research at Garvan
The Garvan Institute is home to one of the largest immunology research programs in Australia. Our immunologists use cellular genomics to identify new factors responsible for immune disorders. Our findings are also being applied to lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
Our Sjögren’s syndrome research