Aplasia of lacrimal and salivary glands

Aplasia of the lacrimal and salivary glands (ALSG) is a rare autosomal dominant disorder characterized by aplasia, atresia or hypoplasia of the lacrimal and salivary glands leading to varying features since infancy such as recurrent eye infections, irritable eyes, epiphora, xerostomia, dental caries, dental erosion and oral inflammation.