Question 459 · LEK · Sjögren's syndrome
Select the correct statements about Sjögren syndrome:
1) Homans test result of 7 mm favours the diagnosis;
2) it is recommended to monitor the patient for the development of lymphoma;
3) approximately 80% of patients develop hypergammaglobulinaemia;
4) Congo red is used for the corneal evaluation.
The correct answer is:
2) it is recommended to monitor the patient for the development of lymphoma;
3) approximately 80% of patients develop hypergammaglobulinaemia;
4) Congo red is used for the corneal evaluation.
The correct answer is:
- A. 1,2.
- B. 1,3.
- C. 2,3.
- D. 2,4.
- E. 3,4.
Hint
Recall which eponymous test measures tear secretion, which dyes assess the ocular surface, and which malignancy complicates this disease.
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