Sjogrens Syndrome

LITERATURE

We offer a complete range of literature from the A5 booklet 'An Advisory Guide for Patients and Doctors' to leaflets on how to cope with dry mouth, posters to go on surgery walls and the 'Concise Guide to Diagnosis and Management for Health Professionals'.

This literature has been written by experts who have a special interest in Sjögren's Syndrome, and aims to educate the public and professionals about this debilitating and distressing condition.

We also send a copy of the Sjögren's Today newsletter to each member, it has a wide range of articles and information for the sufferer and the medical professional. To order any of the items featured below download this form and send to the BSSA office .

	Advisory Guide for Patients and Doctors (third edition) Invaluable source of information on Sjögren's Syndrome, produced by the BSSA and members of its medical council. Overview of contents: Treatment of dry eyes Care of dry mouth Systemic features of Sjögren's Syndrome Care of dry mouth Glossary Wills and legacies Useful Contacts Survival tips £3.50 (members) £5.00 (non members)

	The New Sjögren's Syndrome Handbook - 3rd Edition (published in 2005) Comprehensive (265 page) guide to Sjögren's Syndrome, produced by the Sjögren's Syndrome Foundation (America) and its medical advisors. Overview of contents: What is Sjögren's Syndrome? The pathology of Sjögren's Syndrome A genetic and immunologic perspective Useful studies - blood tests, imaging, biopsies and beyond Treatment and management (including complementary and alternative therapies) Fighting fatigue Lifestyle factors Internal organs and Sjögren's Syndrome £17.50 (UK BSSA members) + p&p (£2.00) £18.50 (UK non-members) + p&p (£2.00) £18.50 (All overseas orders) + p&p (£5.00)

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NEWSLETTERS (Back Issue Service)

BUY ANY THREE BACK ISSUES (LISTED BELOW) AND GET A FOURTH ONE FREE! (offer subject to availability)

£2.50 per Back Issue (UK & Overseas Orders - including p&p)

Edition	Main Article	Other Items Features

Spring 1999	"Osteoporosis"	• Eye drops • Nasal sprays
Summer 1999	"Gynaecological aspects of SS"	• Dental surgery or hospital? • Homeopathy
Autumn 1999	"Update in Saliva and the SS Patient"	• A Patient's Perspective (learning to cope)
Winter 1999	"Sjögren's Syndrome - the way ahead"
Spring 2000	"The Problems of SS"	• Looking for auto-antibodies - blood test diagnosis
Summer 2000	"Managing your dry eyes"	• Fatigue
Autumn 2000	"Xerostomia in SS"	• Lacriserts • Nasal sprays
Winter 2000	"SS and the Respiratory System"	• Dry eye and contact lenses
Spring 2001	"SS a decades perspective"	• Viscotears - how to use them • Caring for a dry mouth
Summer 2001	"Interstitial Cystitis"	• Herbal remedies • Dental problems
Autumn 2001	"Medical Education in SS"	• Mouth ulcers • Rh negative blood
Winter 2001	"Neurological Problems in SS"	• Fibromyalgia and rheumatic disease
Spring 2002	"Arthritis associated with SS"	• Abdominal pain • Obsteric implications
Summer 2002	"Antimuscarinic Autoantibodies"	• Dry mouth - ask your Pharmacist • Xerostomia - Dental Team
Autumn 2002	"Psychology and Sjögren's"	• Drugs and Sjögren's Syndrome - what is available?
Winter 2002	"The Genetics of Sjögren's Syndrome"	• Travel Insurance and pre-existing medical conditions
Spring 2003	"Oral Health Matters"	• Research news • The impact of stress
Summer 2003	"The Pulmonary Complications of SS"	• Oral health matters - tooth brushing
Autumn 2003	" Vaccination"	• Oral health matters - Interdental cleaning • Dry Mouth - A Patient's Perspective
Winter 2003	"The Rheumatology Clinic"	• Oral health matters - Dentures
Spring 2004	"Mouth Ulcers"	• Polymyalgia Rheumatica & Sjögren's
Summer 2004	"SS and Pregnancy"	• Eye Care
Autumn 2004	"The New Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs"	• Nutritional Therapy for Sjögren's Syndrome
Winter 2004	"Raynaud's Phenomenon & Sjögren's Syndrome"	• Dental Stories in the Media • A Patient's Perspective (systemic Sjögren's)
Spring 2005	"Neurological Aspects of Sjögren's Syndrome"	• Understanding and Treating Dry Eye Complaints • A Patient's Perspective (journey of discovery)
Summer 2005	"Research Update: Antimuscarinic Autoantibodies"	• Expert's Reply - bacterial infection
Autumn 2005	"Secondary Sjögren's Syndrome"	• Expert's Reply - dental concerns
Winter 2005	“Salivary Gland Research and Sjögren’s Syndrome”	• Accupuncture
Spring 2006	"Diagnosis and Guidelines for care"	Welcome to our new patron
Summer 2006	“Candidal Infection of the Mouth”	Headache disorders in Sjogren's syndrome
Autumn 2006	"Gastrointestinal & Liver Complications of Sjogren's Syndrome"	• Visiting your doctor

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	BSSA/Sjögren's Syndrome Poster A5 information poster for display in GP surgeries, dental practices and hospital departments. Includes an overview of the condition and details of the association. Please contact the office for further details (copies will be sent out free of charge)

	A Concise Guide to Diagnosis and Management for Health Care Professionals This publication was developed through an educational grant from Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Limited. Overview of contents: Principles of Diagnosis The Role of Secondary Care Principles of Treatment If you would like to download a copy of this document, please click on the link below. BSSA Guidelines (pdf format) If you would like to receive a hard copy of the document, please contact the office for further details (copies will be sent out free of charge)

WHERE THERE’S A WILL, THERE’S A WAY

No matter what your age, a Will is one of the most important documents that you will sign. There are a number of reasons why people choose to make a Will – some simply wish to pass on their assets to family or their spouse, some want to appoint legal guardians to care for their children and some see it as an opportunity to pass on business interests. In addition, many people also consider leaving a donation to their favourite charity.

Donations in Wills provide a vital source of income to many charities which can help them to achieve their charitable aims. A gift in your Will to the BSSA will help us to fund vital research into Sjögren’s Syndrome and improve the lives of those suffering with the condition.

If you would like further information on the subject of Wills and Legacies, please contact the office for a copy of our new leaflet.

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