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- Dry eye can indicate the presence of Sicca syndrome. Dryness of the mouth is a key symptom of Sicca syndrome and can affect the ability to swallow. The continuing decline of the exocrine glands makes it impossible to produce moisture that is required for the proper functioning of the pancreas.
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Causes of Piriformis Syndrome Causes of Piriformis Syndrome. Piriformis syndrome is caused by overuse of the piriformis muscle in the buttocks. Tight adductor muscles on the inside of the thigh exacerbate piriformis muscle inflammation and accompanying bursitis.iriformis Syndrome: Related Medical Conditions. To research the causes of Piriformis Syndrome, consider researching the causes of these these diseases that may be similar, or associated with Piriformis Syndrome: 1  Sciatica. 2  Neuropathy. 3  Overuse injury. 4  NSAIDs.
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Chagas Disease Causes. Chagas disease is caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. It is spread by the bite of reduviid bugs and is one of the major health problems in South America. Due to immigration, the disease also affects people in the United States.
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MELAS Syndrome MELAS is a rare genetic disorder which results in stroke and dementia. MELAS is an abbreviation that stands for Mitochondrial Encephalopathy, Lactic acidosis, and Stroke-like episodes. MELAS syndrome is caused by mutations in the genetic material (DNA) in the mitochondria. While most of our DNA is in the chromosomes in the cell nucleus, some of our DNA is in another important structure called the mitochondrion (plural: mitochondria).
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- Back to Index. Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS), also known as Ritter's Disease, is a blistering skin disease caused by a toxin produced from a staphylococcus bacteria infection.
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- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) , also called dry eye syndrome (DES) or keratitis sicca, is an eye disease caused by eye dryness, which, in turn, is caused by either decreased tear production or increased tear film evaporation.eratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) , also called dry eye syndrome (DES) or keratitis sicca, is an eye disease caused by eye dryness, which, in turn, is caused by either decreased tear production or increased tear film evaporation.
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Toxic shock syndrome Causes of toxic shock syndrome TSS is caused by either Staphylococcus or Streptococcus bacteria. These bacteria normally live harmlessly on the skin, nose or mouth, but if they get deeper into the body they can release toxins that damage tissue and stop organs working.
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What is Sicca Syndrome? Sicca syndrome: WHAT: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca. Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (KCS): an eye condition in which there is decreased tear production and inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva.WHY: Keratoconjunctivitis sicca is found in a significant number of patients with rheumatoid arthritis.CS plus xerostomia is called the sicca syndrome. The association of the sicca syndrome with rheumatoid arthritis is known as Sjogren's syndrome. HOW: Clinically, patients with KCS may present with itching, burning eyes.
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Keratitis Sicca Keratitis sicca, or keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eye syndrome), is a relatively common inflammatory condition characterized by inadequate tear film protection of the cornea.
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Brown syndrome Etiology[edit | edit source] As previously mentioned, the main cause is considered the dysgenesis of the muscle tendon whilst secondary causes such as systemic inflammation, trauma in the trochlear region and other operations can be also causes of the secondary disease. Genetic predisposition is also present.
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Anasarca It is usually caused by liver failure (cirrhosis of the liver), renal failure/disease, right-sided heart failure, as well as severe malnutrition/protein deficiency. The increase in salt and water retention caused by low cardiac output can also result in anasarca as a long term maladaptive response. It can also be created from the administration of exogenous intravenous fluid. Certain plant-derived anticancer chemotherapeutic agents, such as docetaxel, cause anasarca through a poorly understood capillary leak syndrome. In Hb Barts, the high oxygen affinity results in poor oxygen delivery to peripheral tissues, resulting in anasarca.
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LARYNGITIS SICCA LARYNGITIS SICCA. Laryngitis sicca is a condition in which the tissues of the larynx become very dry. Crusting develops over the surface of the larynx and vocal folds. Tobacco smoke, dehydration, and pollution may contribute to this condition. Symptoms: Hoarse voice Unpredictable voice Dry throat Throat clearing
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Practice Essentials Sicca syndrome is a common clinical finding. Primary Sjögren syndrome occurs in the absence of another underlying rheumatic disorder, whereas secondary Sjögren syndrome is associated with another underlying rheumatic disease, such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), or scleroderma.
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Overview Causes. The exact cause of Reye's syndrome is unknown, although several factors may play a role in its development. Reye's syndrome seems to be triggered by using aspirin to treat a viral illness or infection — particularly flu (influenza) and chickenpox — in children and teenagers who have an underlying fatty acid oxidation disorder.
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Alone we are rare. Together we are strong.â¥ Donate Today General Discussion. Susac's syndrome is a rare disorder characterized by three main problems: impaired brain function (encephalopathy), partial or complete blockage (occlusion) of the arteries that supply blood to the retina (branch retinal artery occlusion, or BRAO), and inner ear disease (hearing loss, most notably).
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Menkes Syndrome Back to TopCauses. Menkes syndrome is caused by a defect in the ATP7A gene. The defect makes it hard for the body to distribute copper in food from the intestines into the bloodstream for use in other areas. As a result, the brain and other parts of the body do not get enough copper.
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Hydrops fetalis Nonimmune hydrops fetalis occurs when a disease or medical condition disrupts the body's ability to manage fluid. There are three main causes for this type: heart or lung problems, severe anemia (thalassemia), and genetic defects, including Turner syndrome.
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SjÃ¶gren syndrome The hallmark symptom of SS is a generalized dryness, typically including xerostomia and keratoconjunctivitis sicca, part of what are known as sicca symptoms. Sicca syndrome also incorporates vaginal dryness and chronic bronchitis.
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sicca syndrome Sjögren's syndrome; sicca syndrome; keratoconjunctivitis sicca oral mucous membranes dryness, loss of lacrimal secretion, facial telangiectasias (i.e. butterfly rash), bilateral parathyroiditis (in younger women), strongly associated with rheumatoid arthritis and Raynaud's phenomenon.
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- Major complications of aplasia cutis congenita (ACC) are rare but include hemorrhage, secondary local infection, meningitis, or sagittal sinus thrombosis. Larger lesions associated with underlying bony defects may result in death secondary to central nervous system infection or hemorrhage from the sagittal sinus.
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Dry Eye Syndrome (Dry Eyes, Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca) Defects of the aqueous layer are the most common cause of dry eye syndrome, also referred to as dry eye or keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS). The most superficial layer is a very thin layer of lipids (fats or oils). These lipids are produced by the meibomian glands and the glands of Zeis (oil glands in the eyelids).
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- Back to Top Causes. Sanfilippo syndrome occurs when the substances (enzymes) needed to break down the heparan sulfate sugar chain are missing or are defective. There are four main types of Sanfilippo syndrome, also called MPS III. Which type a person has depends on which enzyme is affected.1  Sanfilippo type A is the most severe form.anfilippo syndrome occurs when the substances (enzymes) needed to break down the heparan sulfate sugar chain are missing or are defective. There are four main types of Sanfilippo syndrome, also called MPS III.
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- The ratio of number of residents in zip code 29579 to the number of sex offenders is 690 to 1. The number of registered sex offenders compared to the number of residents in this zip code is smaller than the state average.
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- Sicca syndrome. 1  ICD-9-CM 710.2 is a billable medical code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis on a reimbursement claim, however, 710.2 should only be used for claims with a date of service on or before September 30, 2015. For claims with a date of service on or after October 1, 2015, use an equivalent ICD-10-CM code (or codes).
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- Sjögren’s syndrome is a chronic, inflammatory autoimmune disease that causes dryness of the eyes, mouth and other body parts. Sjogren’s Syndrome Symptoms. Dry eyes and mouth (also known as sicca syndrome) are the most common signs of Sjögren’s, but the disease may affect other parts of the body.
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- Behcet’behçet (s-bay) setz syndrome is a rare disease that causes inflammation of many parts of the. Body these include the skin of the genital, area lining of the, mouth, eye nervous, system joints and blood. vessels