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Home / Research Studies / The Xerostomia and Nutrition (XAN) Study – A research study of nutrition and dry mouth in Rheumatoid Arthritis and Sjögren’s Syndrome

The Xerostomia and Nutrition (XAN) Study – A research study of nutrition and dry mouth in Rheumatoid Arthritis and Sjögren’s Syndrome

February 12, 2018 By Johns Hopkins Rheumatology

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IRB: IRB00064907

Purpose of Study: This study is being done to look at the effects of dry mouth on the quality of nutrition in people with Rheumatoid Arthritis or Sjögren’s Syndrome.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis or Sjögren’s Syndrome
  • Men and women age 30-100 years old

Study Status:

Active, not recruiting

Coordinator/Contact:

Michelle K. Jones, B.S.
(410) 550-9674
mrkjones@jhmi.edu

Principal Investigator:

Rebecca Manno, MD, MHS
Assistant Professor of Medicine

Dr. Manno’s research focuses on the effect of inflammatory arthritis and vasculitis on muscle, strength and function, particularly in older patients. She is also studying the impact of resistance exercise and nutrition on muscle, strength and inflammation in patients with inflammatory arthritis and vasculitis.

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