Venus Williams diagnosed with Sjorgen's Syndrome

In late August, The New York Times reported that Venus Williams exited the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center due to a diagnosis of Sjogren’s Syndrome.  Originally thought to be a viral illness in Ms. Williams, The Arthritis Foundation advises that “This autoimmune condition involves more than just chronic dry eyes and mouth – it can affect other organs and systems as well.  Symptoms may include pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints, rashes on the arms and legs, and inflammation of tiny blood vessels.  The lungs, liver, and kidneys may become inflamed; some people develop tingling and numbness in the limbs because of neurological involvement.”  Dr. Hulon Crayton, of The Arthritis and Infusion Center, is the longest-tenured Rheumatologist in this region who is well versed in the treatment of not only Sjogren’s Syndrome, but Dr. Crayton has a broad range of exposure to all manifestations of Rheumatological diseases.  While a diagnosis of Sjogren’s Syndrome is not life threatening, unfortunately (to date), there is no cure.  The Arthritis and Infusion Center has the most current information regarding this condition, and the sooner you address the symptoms, the sooner you can manage this condition. Remember the theme of The Arthritis and Infusion Center:  Pain is not normal.  Let The Arthritis and Infusion Center help!©