Susie, I don't mena to be a pet, but your question came up and in light of the problems Ive had with my teeth because of Sjogrens Syndrome, I was to the point my rheumatologist was afraid of malnutrion because I could not eat. I had to resort to making sure I drank at least bottle of Ensure of some protein beverage that was equivalent. I had to keep my calorie intake high enough, and that is really hard when you have oral iproblems and it actually hurts to eat. send you all the prayers can, because I know how it feels. Here is to a painfree peaceful night for us all.

Hugs, Russ! Thanks so much for taking the time to respond and support!

I know that feeling, but the supplements can make a difference. I don't know of any bad effects, and some of them are actually not bad. I hope you find something that makes a difference. I'm usually on this site nightly, and if you would like to ask me anything more I'll be glad to talk. I hope things go better for you. This disease is bad enough, let alone if you add malnourishment. Take care.

Thanks Russ for your support but I'm sorry you have problems too. I'm alone most of the time (hubby works nights) so I tend to eat the same things all the time. I dropped another 2#'s this morning making nearly 10#s in 2 1/2 weeks. I bought some meal supplements (Ensure, etc) but haven't had the nerve to try them. Have to do something but I think the meds zap my appetite!

I still have to force myself to eat. I used to think it was because of the problems that Sjogrens caused. But even after I've had my teeth fixed I just don't feel hungry. And yes, living alone it's sometimes not worth the trouble to make a healthy meal just for myself.