Full Definition of FREEMASON. : a member of a major fraternal organization called Free and Accepted Masons or Ancient Free and Accepted Masons that has certain secret rituals.See Freemason defined for English-language learners.ull Definition of FREEMASON. : a member of a major fraternal organization called Free and Accepted Masons or Ancient Free and Accepted Masons that has certain secret rituals. See Freemason defined for English-language learners.
Women are most commonly affected by Sjogrenâs syndrome. There is no cure, but the disorder can be managed. Sjogrenâs syndrome is not usually life-threatening. However, in rare cases, organs such as the liver and kidneys may be involved, which can increase the severity of the condition. In a small number of people, Sjogrenâs syndrome may be associated with lymphoma (cancer of the lymph glands).
Sicca syndrome: An autoimmune disease, also known as Sjogren syndrome, that classically combines dry eyes, dry mouth, and another disease of connective tissue such as rheumatoid arthritis (most common), lupus, scleroderma or polymyositis.here is a great preponderance of females. About 90% of Sjogren syndrome patients are female, usually in middle age or older. Sjogren syndrome is an inflammatory disease of glands and other tissues of the body. Inflammation of the glands that produce tears (the lacrimal glands) leads to decreased tears and dry eyes.