Sjogren's Syndrome and Digestive Problems

Sjogren's Syndrome Complications

Inflammation in the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, and liver can cause problems such as:

Painful swallowing
Heartburn
Abdominal pain and swelling
Loss of appetite
Diarrhea
Weight loss.

Inflammation can also cause hepatitis (inflammation of the liver) and cirrhosis (hardening of the liver). Sjogren's syndrome is closely linked to a liver disease called primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC), which causes itching, fatigue, and, eventually, cirrhosis.

Treatment for these digestive problems varies, depending on the problem, but may include:

Pain medicine
Anti-inflammatory drugs
Steroids
Immunosuppressants.