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Peripheral neuropathy associated with the sicca syndrome
Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry
|January 1, 1986
Summary
Sicca syndrome can cause a distinct neurological condition, including absent reflexes and uneven limb sensory loss. Neuropathy may be the initial symptom, affecting proprioception, pupils, and facial sensation.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Rheumatology
- Ophthalmology
Background:
- Sicca syndrome, characterized by dry eyes and mouth, is an autoimmune condition.
- Neurological complications can arise in patients with sicca syndrome.
- Chronic sensory neuropathy is a potential manifestation.
Observation:
- Three patients with sicca syndrome and chronic sensory neuropathy were studied.
- In two patients, neuropathy was the primary presenting symptom.
- The neurological syndrome included areflexia and asymmetrical sensory loss, particularly affecting proprioception.
Findings:
- Sicca syndrome can manifest as a specific neurological syndrome.
- This syndrome involves loss of reflexes and impaired sensation in the limbs.
- Associated symptoms include tonic pupils and trigeminal anesthesia.
Implications:
- Highlights the diverse neurological presentations of sicca syndrome.
- Suggests considering sicca syndrome in patients with unexplained sensory neuropathy.
- Emphasizes the importance of thorough neurological examination in sicca syndrome patients.