Sjogren-Larsson-like syndrome
Overview
Sjogren-Larsson-like syndrome: A very rare syndrome characterized by a thickened scaly skin similar to that observed in sufferers of Sjogren-Larsson syndrome.
Symptoms
The list of signs and symptoms mentioned in various sources for Sjogren-Larsson-like syndrome includes the 3 symptoms listed below: * Ichthyosis * Thickened skin on palms * Thickened skin on soles Note that Sjogren-Larsson-like syndrome symptoms usually refers to various symptoms known to a patient, but the phrase Sjogren-Larsson-like syndrome signs may refer to those signs only noticable by a doctor.
Causes
The cause of Sjögren’s syndrome is unknown, but genetic and environmental factors probably contribute to its development. Viral or bacterial infection or perhaps exposure to pollen may trigger Sjögren’s syndrome in a genetically susceptible individual. Tissue damage results from infiltration by lymphocytes or from the deposition of immune complexes. Lymphocytic infiltration may be classified as benign, malignant, or pseudolymphoma (nonmalignant, but tumorlike aggregates of lymphoid cells). This syndrome occurs mainly in females (90% of patients); mean age of onset is 40 to 50. Other Possible Causes of these Symptoms * Ichthyosis * Thickened skin on palms * Thickened skin on soles
Diagnosis
The signs and symptom information on this page attempts to provide a list of some possible signs and symptoms of Sjogren-Larsson-like syndrome. This medical information about signs and symptoms for Sjogren-Larsson-like syndrome has been gathered from various sources, may not be fully accurate, and may not be the full list of Sjogren-Larsson-like syndrome signs or Sjogren-Larsson-like syndrome symptoms. Furthermore, signs and symptoms of Sjogren-Larsson-like syndrome may vary on an individual basis for each patient. Only your doctor can provide adequate diagnosis of any signs or symptoms and whether they are indeed Sjogren-Larsson-like syndrome symptoms.