Overlap syndrome of systemic lupus erythematosus and Sjögren’s syndrome presenting with distal renal tubular acidosis

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The case demonstrates the link between overlap syndrome and hypokalaemia in autoimmune diseases.
Biochemical analysis showed normal anion gap metabolic acidosis alongside elevated urine pH in the patient.
Immunological testing confirmed the diagnosis of overlap syndrome involving systemic lupus erythematosus and Sjögren’s syndrome.
Management included potassium supplementation and immunomodulatory therapy to address the patient's condition.

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Case report reveals a rare overlap syndrome with hypokalaemia in a 33-year-old man, suggesting the need for autoimmune diagnosis.

Kandasamy et al. (2025) studied this question.

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