ETIOLOGIES OF THE SICCA SYNDROME: PRIMARY SYSTEMIC AMLOIDOSIS AND OTHERS

Abstract

The sicca syndrome can be caused by systemic amyloidosis. Because this fact is not in the dermatologic literature, many dermatologists are not aware of this uncommon presentation. The knowledge of the many causes of the sicca syndrome and an understanding of the differences between this and Sjögren's syndromes are important for any dermatologist.