Sjogren's syndrome with bipolar disorder, case report.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Sjögren's syndrome is an autoimmune disease affecting exocrine glands and other organs. At the onset of the disease and during its course, it most commonly manifests as neuropsychiatric symptoms, most frequently, depression and anxiety. However, the association with bipolar disorder seems rare and not frequently documented.

Case report

Our case report presents a 43-year-old male complaining from neuropsychiatric symptoms including but not limited to periods of elevated mood, increased energy, headaches. Examination revealed xerophthalmia and xerostomia, thus Sjogren's Syndrome was diagnosed. A psychiatric consultation further diagnosed the patient with Bipolar Disorder. Successful treatment consisted of Carbamazepine and Azathioprine.

Discussion

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SUBMITTER: Khalayli N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9422314 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature