SSA / Ro and SSB / La
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What it isAutoantibodies that target the Ro and La ribonucleoprotein particles. They appear in Sjögren's syndrome and lupus.
DoesMark Sjögren's syndrome (dry eyes and mouth from autoimmune exocrine gland attack) and lupus subsets.
GoodNegative results argue against Sjögren's in someone with sicca symptoms.
BadPositive results confirm Sjögren's syndrome or, in pregnancy, predict risk of congenital heart block in the fetus.
How to optimize
- Lifestyle
- Stress management; eye protection.
- Diet
- Mediterranean pattern; hydration.
- Supplements
- Omega-3 EPA+DHA (2–4g/day), vitamin D3.
- Peptides
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- Drugs
- Hydroxychloroquine for Sjögren's; pilocarpine for dry mouth.
within Autoimmune