Scleroderma is a disease of local skin swelling then hardening and atrophy. The skin damage often occurs on the hands or feet. It may also occur on the face and neck. If the skin is too tight, you may have difficulty bending your fingers or opening your mouth. Generally there is no other symptom. Some patients may have mild itching, burning or tingling or dull sensation. Internal organs are rarely affected. Mild localized scleroderma causes little harm to the body, but it can be develop into systemic scleroderma, which can be life-threatening. There is no particularly effective cure for this disease yet. Treatment aims at relieving symptoms and preventing serious complications.
How is Scleroderma treated in practice?