Question

What are the symptoms of scleroderma?

Answer 1

You might notice:

• Hardened or thickened skin that looks shiny and smooth. It’s most common on the hands and face.
• Cold fingers or toes that turn red, white, or blue. This is called Raynaud's phenomenon.
• Ulcers or sores on your fingertips
• Small red spots on the face and chest. These are opened blood vessels called telangiectasias.
• Puffy or swollen or painful fingers and/or toes
• Painful or swollen joints
• Muscle weakness
• Dry eyes or mouth (called Sjogren's syndrome)
• Swelling -- mostly of the hands and fingers. Your doctor may call this edema.
• Shortness of breath
• Heartburn
• Diarrhea
• Weight Loss