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Scleroderma

Scleroderma. is a widespread connective tissue disease that involves changes in the skin, blood vessels, muscles, and internal organs. Breathing problems may include: Dry Cough Shortness of breath Wheezing. Digestive tract problems may include: Bloating after meals Constipation

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Scleroderma

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  1. Scleroderma is a widespread connective tissue disease that involves changes in the skin, blood vessels, muscles, and internal organs. Breathing problems may include: Dry Cough Shortness of breath Wheezing Digestive tract problems may include: Bloating after meals Constipation Diarrhea Difficulty swallowing Heartburn Weight loss Skin symptoms may include: Hair loss Skin hardness Skin is abnormally dark or light Skin thickening and shiny hands and forearm Small white lumps beneath the skin Ulcerations on fingertips or toes Bone and muscle symptoms may include: Joint pain Numbness and pain in the feet Pain, stiffness, and swelling of fingers and joints Wrist pain

  2. Rosacea is a chronic skin condition involving inflammation of the cheeks, nose, chin, forehead, or eyelids. It may appear as redness, prominent spider-like blood vessels, swelling, or skin eruptions similar to acne. Symptoms Redness of the face in discrete areas or covering the entire face A tendency to flush or blush easily Increased vascularity (spider-like blood vessels called telangiectasia) of the face A red, bulbous nose Acne-like skin eruptions (may ooze or crust) A burning or stinging sensation of the face Irritated, bloodshot, watery eyes

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