The Journal of the Association of Physicians of Tamil Nadu Issue 4

A Case of Renal Tubular Acidosis with Sjogren’s Syndrome

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Unlock Image Volume 2, Issue 4 ,  December 2023 ,  Pages 20-21
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AUTHORS

Dr. P Esther1,  Dr. Namasivayam2,  Dr. Rajkumar3,  Dr. Joseph Paneer Selvam3,  Dr. Rajamahendran3

1 –  Junior Resident, Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital, Tiruchirappalli
2 –  Head and Chief, Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital, Tiruchirappalli
3 –  Associate Professor General Medicine, Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital, Tiruchirappalli

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Available Online: December 2023

ABSTRACT

This case study presents an 18-year-old female with symptoms suggestive of renal tubular acidosis (RTA), ultimately diagnosed with Sjögren’s syndrome. The case highlights the diagnostic challenges associated with overlapping symptoms of autoimmune disorders and renal pathologies, underscoring the importance of a comprehensive evaluation and interdisciplinary collaboration in elucidating complex medical conditions.

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© 2023 Dr. Vijay Viswanathan, published by Association of Physicians of India-Tamilnadu State Chapter

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