Primary Sjögren's Syndrome in a Child

This report is of an 8-year-old girl with primary Sjögren's syndrome. Examination revealed the characteristic features of salivary and lacrimal gland dysfunction in addition to laboratory test abnormalities, although the patient did not complain of a feeling of dryness. There was no evidence of extraglandular manifestations or complications of other autoimmune diseases. The patient continues to receive symptomatic treatment for dry mouth and long-term follow-up to monitor any emerging complications.