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Dry Eyes and Lupus: Eye Doctor Tips and Tricks [March 2025 Update]

posted in Sjogren's and lupuss on October 27, 2024 by

Donald Thomas, MD

Updated April 25, 2025

Dry eyes are very common in lupus patients, especially those with Sjogren’s disease. Around 25 to 30% of systemic lupus erythematosus patients also have Sjogren’s. Untreated, it can cause vision problems and eye discomfort. However, there are many things …


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