What Type of Doctor Diagnoses and Treats Sjogrens Syndrome?
Because the symptoms of Sjogren’s are similar to those of many other diseases, getting a diagnosis can take time – in fact, the average time from first symptom to diagnosis ranges from 2 to 8 years. During those years, depending on the symptoms, a person might see a number of doctors, any of whom may diagnose the disease and be involved in treatment. Usually, a rheumatologist (a doctor who specializes in diseases of the joints, muscles, and bones) will coordinate treatment among a number of specialists.
