Pinguecula and Sjögren's syndrome: two cases

Lupus. 2001;10(5):368-9. doi: 10.1191/096120301674503535.

Abstract

A pinguecula is a small, raised conjunctival nodule at the temporal or nasal limbus classically associated with conjunctival microtrauma from exposure to sunlight and/or to dust. We report two cases occurring during the course of Sjögren's syndrome. To our knowledge this association has never been described.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Antibodies, Antinuclear / blood
  • Conjunctival Diseases / complications*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Sjogren's Syndrome / complications*
  • Sjogren's Syndrome / immunology

Substances

  • Antibodies, Antinuclear
  • SS-A antibodies