"What's happening to me?" It's often the first question people with Sjögren's ask, and it can take years to answer. In this first episode of The Sjö (pronounced "show"), host Shilpa Venkatachalam of the Global Healthy Living Foundation talks with rheumatologist Dr. Priya Reddy and patient advocate Melissa Taylor, known as Autoimmune Auntie, about what Sjögren's disease is and how it's diagnosed.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• What Sjögren's is, and why "it's more than dryness"• Common and less common signs to watch for• Why diagnosis often takes so long, and how to keep pushing for answers• How tracking your symptoms can help your doctor see the full picture• How Sjögren's is managed, and why there's real reason for hope

Whether you're newly diagnosed, still looking for answers, or supporting someone who is, this episode is a place to start. You're not alone.

Get ready for your next appointment with our free guide, "Tips for Talking with Your Doctor about Sjögren's"
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Find more Sjögren's resources at https://CreakyJoints.org/Sjogrens

The Sjö song was created with the assistance of Suno AI.

This podcast was made possible with support from Novartis. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.

A podcast series produced by Amelia Violet Prouse.

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