Systemic Scleroderma: Identifying the First Early Symptoms

First symptoms of systemic scleroderma often involve changes in skin texture and vascular sensitivity. Recognizing these early indicators is crucial for managing this chronic connective tissue disorder.

First Symptoms of Systemic Scleroderma

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Marcia Veach

Scleroderma is a condition in which a type of connective tissue in the body called collagen is overproduced. It can be localized, leading to hardened patches or bands of skin, the tissue that lies immediately below the skin and sometimes the muscles of the arms, legs or forehead.