List members,

Just found out I have 'inconclusive' (very low positive?) levels of
sjogren's syndrome antibodies (SS-A and SS-B).  No syndrome symptoms yet,
but these Aabs. 

 

Back in 2003-4 I began on thyroid replacement, because my TSH was rising to
3.4 and up.  I was, indeed going a little hypothyroid.  My endocrinologist
felt it was time to begin treatment.  He has run Hashimoto's antibodies
numerous times, and they are always negative. 

 

I did see in one source, a statement to the effect that SS antibodies can
infiltrate the thyroid gland, causing eventual hypothyroidism.  Has anyone
heard of this cause?  (no hashi antibodies, but sjogren's?)  Further, a
specialist tells me, well, the treatment would be the same
regardless--replacement.  Are there any ramifications or implications
regarding the source of antibody formation?  (further damage to the gland,
etc.?) 

 

Best regards & thanks for your input,

Holly


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