Sjogren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disorder that attacks the glands that make saliva (salivary glands) and glands that make tears (lachrymal glands). When the salivary and lachrymal glands get destroyed, it leads to a dry mouth (xerostomia) and dry eyes (xerophthalmia). Apart from these glands, Sjogren’s syndrome may also damage other parts including joints, lungs, thyroid gland, kidneys, skin, and liver. Homeopathic medicines for Sjogren’s syndrome help in the symptomatic management of the disease. Nux Moschata, Belladonna, and Rhus Tox are the top homeopathic medicines that help treat Sjogren’s syndrome by moderating the overactive immune system.
Homeopathic Treatment of Sjogren’s Syndrome
Sjogren’s syndrome can be treated safely and effectively with the use of homeopathic medicines. Homeopathic medicines treat Sjogren’s syndrome by moderating the overactive immune system. The homeopathic medicines for Sjogren’s syndrome are selected by taking into consideration the part affected and the characteristic symptoms in every individual case. The primary symptoms present in most cases of Sjogren’s syndrome including dry eyes and dry mouth can be well-managed with homeopathic remedies. Apart from these, the symptoms present in some cases including joint pains, fatigue, dry, itchy skin, dry cough and dryness of the vagina are also managed equally well. These homeopathic medicines are prepared from naturally occurring substances and hence are very safe to use. They don’t have any side effects. Homeopathic prescription needs a complete evaluation of the case, so these medicines should be used under the supervision of a homeopathic physician.
Homeopathic Medicines for Symptomatic Treatment of Sjogren’s Syndrome
Nux Moschata – Homeopathic Medicine for Dry Mouth in Sjogren’s Syndrome
Nux Moschata is a homeopathic medicine prepared from seeds of the Nutmeg plant. The natural order of this plant is Myristicaceae. Nux Moschata is beneficial for treating dry mouth in cases of Sjogren’s syndrome. People who need Nux Moschata have an intensely dry mouth. The dryness is so marked that the tongue sticks to the roof of the mouth. The dryness of the mouth is most experienced while sleeping. A peculiar symptom is a lack of thirst in spite of a dry mouth. A bad smell from the mouth may be present. The lips are also dry. The dryness may extend to throat from mouth.
Belladonna – Homeopathic Remedy for Managing Dry Eyes in Sjogren’s Syndrome
Belladonna is a natural treatment for Sjogren’s syndrome prepared from the plant Deadly Nightshade. It belongs to the natural order Solanaceae. Belladonna is helpful for managing dry eyes in Sjogren’s syndrome. Along with dryness, the eyes also appear red. Itching in the eyes may be present, and in some cases, a burning, smarting and stinging sensation in eyes is present. Sand-like gritty sensation in the eyes along with the above symptoms may also be present.
Rhus Tox – Natural Homeopathic Medicine for Joint Pains in Sjogren’s Syndrome
Rhus Tox is an effective homeopathic cure for joint pains in cases of Sjogren’s syndrome. People needing Rhus Tox experience pain, swelling, redness, heat in joints with marked stiffness. Cracking on stretching the joints also appears. They may feel better by warm application. For using Rhus Tox, a characteristic feature is a joint pain that gets worse during rest and better by motion.
Arsenic Album – Natural Homeopathic Remedy for Fatigue in Sjogren’s Syndrome
Arsenic Album is an effective medicine for Sjogren’s Syndrome where the person experiences extreme fatigue. Weariness and weakness prevail all the time, and intense fatigue makes a person want to lie down constantly. The slightest exertion can cause fatigue, and there may be anxiety or restlessness.
Bryonia – Effective Homeopathic Medicine for Dry Cough in Sjogren’s Syndrome
Bryonia is a natural medicine prepared from the root of a plant named Bryonia Alba, of the natural order Cucurbitaceae. Bryonia is well-indicated to treat a dry cough in cases of Sjogren’s syndrome. People needing Bryonia have a dry, spasmodic cough. A tickling sensation in the throat may be present along with a cough. The cough may worsen after eating or drinking. Vomiting may occur along with cough. Pain in the head and chest appear with a cough. Apart from the above symptoms, dryness of the mouth and cracking of the lips may be present. Joint pains that are worse from motion and better by rest is another prominent attending symptom.
Sulphur – Effective Homeopathic Treatment for Dry, Itching Skin in Sjogren’s Syndrome
Sulphur is a natural remedy for dry, itchy skin in Sjogren’s syndrome. The itching may be localiZed or widespread all over the body. Intense itching is present, and scratching the skin causes a burning sensation. The itchy spots may also become painful after scratching.
In some cases, bleeding appears upon scratching the skin. The skin itching is most worse in the evening and night time, especially upon getting warm in the bed. Along with the above symptoms, a stitching, prickling sensation on the skin may also appear.
Sepia – Natural Medicine for Vaginal Dryness in Sjogren’s Syndrome
Sepia is an effective natural medicine for vaginal dryness in Sjogren’s syndrome. Women needing Sepia may experience itching in the vagina along with dryness. They also complain of painful coition (intercourse) from extreme dryness of the vagina.
Reasons and Risk Factors for Sjogren’s Syndrome
Sjogren’s syndrome is a disease of the autoimmune origin where the immune cells start to destroy healthy body tissues as a result of a misplaced immune response. The glands that make saliva and tears are destroyed in Sjogren’s syndrome. Certain risk factors predispose a person to develop Sjogren’s syndrome. These factors include a genetic predisposition and having any another autoimmune disease including lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. When Sjogren’s syndrome appears in association with any other autoimmune disorder, it is known as secondary Sjogren’s syndrome. Sjogren’s syndrome arising without any other related autoimmune condition is known as primary Sjogren’s syndrome. Women are a higher risk to develop Sjogren’s syndrome as compared to males. It is mostly diagnosed at the age of 40 years or above.
Symptoms of Sjogren’s Syndrome
The significant symptoms of Sjogren’s syndrome include dry eyes (xerophthalmia) and dry mouth (xerostomia). Along with dry eyes, other attending eye symptoms include itching, burning, stinging, redness and a sand-like gritty sensation in the eyes. Dry mouth may lead to difficulty in speaking, difficulty in swallowing and the tongue adhering to the roof of the mouth. Dryness and cracks of the lips may also be present. Having a dry mouth also predisposes a person to get oral fungal infections and tooth decay. Other symptoms include pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints, fatigue or tiredness, and dry, itchy skin. In some cases, there may be swelling of the salivary glands, prolonged dry cough, and muscle aches. Women may experience vaginal dryness.
Namaskar
I have Rheumatoid arthritis mild for many years and had allopathy treatment and it is under control . Since last one year Sjogren disease has crept in . Dry mouth and dry eyes are my big issues . For one month now I am under allopathy treatment
Please tell me whether I can expect relief for my dry mouth particularly at night as it disturbs my sleep. I am 85 years old (?) but in good health except for these
Hello I am suffering from extreme dry eyes and dry mouth( sjroegens syndrome for 8 years with no symptomatic relief. I also have lung involvement with a chronic spasmodic cough with a restrictive airway pattern. I produce little saliva but I have an abnormal excessive post nasal clear mucous production all day long. I could use some help
Dr Sheila Kuzmic
Dear Dr,
I have a gritty sensation in my eyes which increase in the evening. I also sometimes have a very dry mouth and the tongue sticks to the roof of the mouth This happens only at night.
I am also suffering from pain in the heels for the last 2 -3 months
Can you please suggest some remedies for the same
Thank you
needs some helpwith sjogrens syndrome and poly neuropathy
Dear Dr,
Good day! This is to state that my sister, 55 years is suffering from Sjogren’s Syndrome. The symtoms include: dry mouth, dry eyes, thinning of hand and legs with acute pain, extreme weakness, cannot stand and is bed ridden.
Meri maa ji sjogrensyndrome ki second stage ko suffer kr rhi h pichhle 6 saal se.age 65 years.lgatar fever rhta h
Please tell good remedy in homophathic
Can sulphur, nux merchants, ars lab, chamomelia and sepia be taken combined to handle the 4 different symptoms.
Hello there I just got up my sister-in-law has this condition and is there any homeopathic treatments for the condition that she has with this disease
My wife dignoseas primry sjogerns syndrome please tell us about homeopathic medicine .she eats nothing because she is feeling pain on tung and holl mouth inner side.(from pakistan zahid Shah)
Hi Dr. Sharma,
Your website is very well organized and informative.
It is a wonderful fact that your family heritage is connected to such a helpful and healthy
practice like homeopathy.
I live in the US and do not put my confidence in pharmaceuticals and “educated” “professionals”
that treat symptoms and not the causes.
I have a lack of saliva and tightness in my eyes at night when I sleep and wake up. They are dry. During the day, it is not really an issue. I have been to a homeopathist in the US, but they were not sure as to the cause.
Years ago, I became stressed from work and developed allergies that homeopathy cured, but this one issue has not resolved. Should I take NUX Moscatta?
Thank you for your insights and your good work……..
a supporter from New York
Dear Doc, I am suffering from Sjogren’s syndrome resulting in Dry eyes and dry mouth. I am taking Pilocarpin Hydrochloride and HCQS resulting in temporary relief.
I want to go in for homeopathic treatment for I trust it the most.Please suggest the best homeo medicine/s .
Hi, Dr. Sharma,
I have been Dry Eyes in Sjogren’s Syndrome for 7 years. I am looking for treatment in Homeopathy. Please guide me from where I can get the appointment.
Thank you!
I HAVE A SJOGREN’S SYNDROME. MY MOUTH IS EXTREMELY DRY WITH THE RESULT THAT I get Fungal infection In the mouth. MY EYES ARE VERY DRY AND ICHY. ALSO MY HAIR HAVE BECOME SO DRY THAT THEY FEEL LIKE ROPE.
CAN IT BE TREATED PLEASE?
Hi, My wife is not diagnose sjogren Syndrome. but she is suffering with same symptoms. I am looking treatment in Homeopathy. Please guide me from where I can get the appointment
Hi Dr Sharma
I would like to know the potency & dosage of the ABOVE REMEDIES..
Thanks
I am borderline with sjogrens syndrome. Today wow was I tired and slept a good 4 hours after being up in morning and felt tired came home and sleet from 3pm 5pm a good 2 hours not 4. I had severe itching for a month and it went away by itself. I need something or joint pain in left foot and in left calf. also have restless leg in left leg. I am uncomfortable heat makes me worse. so im putting central air on now again
I need some relief who is available in rockland county to help me
dr Sharma I was duagnosed with borderline sjourns. But after 4 doctors no one can explain the severe itching i had. only occurred in back of head top of back and ears and underarms in private area the skin. This started sept 3rd and is now quiet. But my left breast is sore and nipple sensitive. No one can explain the itching nothing on my skin. and no one can explain tenderness on one breast.
HI
Great article. I’ve been looking for relief for a very long time. Recently my doctor has decided to test
me for Sjogren. It appears this may be the problem for my chronic cough after seeing 12 doctors and having several MRIs and Ct contrast scan.
I won’t take drugs. What I want to know is, where do I purchase these homeopathic remedies ?
I’m 85 years of age and this discomfort is driving me crazy. thanks jean c
Sir,
My wife suffering with jogren syndrome and she regularly taken steroids. But how we totally come out from the deases .pls advise.
I am suffering from dry throat,dry nose,dry mouth,joint pain,severe itching in the palate,ear and nose while sleeping.I am a singer and due to dry throat it has become very difficult for me to sing.Please advice me what potency should I take for the medicines mentioned above.
Thanking you in anticipation,
With regards,,,,,,
Hi Dr
Thank you for this information. I’m having this Sjögren syndrome for past 7 years. But I thought my problems were due to my lifestyle as a sanyasi living with voluntary contribution of some people in the public.
I got treatment from a few allopathic doctors for individual problems like eye problem, throat dryness, knee joints pains, frequent ruination and sleeplessness etc. Now only I am aware of this.
NOW I FOUND IT THAT IT IS A ONE SYNDROME WITH MULTIPLE PAINS, Sjögren. Ok.
Your advice on this pages are giving me some confidence. My age is 58. Male, Indian . Homeless and living with available free places.
Now for past few months I’m eating only liquid meals and fruit juices .
Please try to give me your opinion about my health recovery to normal condition. Can you suggest some good medicines. Do you find possibilities to relieve my pain.
Dry eyes, dry mouth, joints pain, itching skin, restless urination and so on.
I cannot speak with open voice because of pain in the throat and mouth.
Thank you.
My wife is having sjogren syndrome with severe lungs involvement… Saturation remains near 80…. Shd I go for homeopathy or no
Hello sir
I’m suffering from dry eye and dry mouth
Please provide permanent cure of it