Exploring the Rare Disease Scleroderma

Summary Scleroderma is a rare autoimmune disease characterized by excessive collagen production. It can affect only the skin, or both skin and internal organs. It leads to the thickening of connective tissue and potential complications in organs such as the lungs, heart, and kidneys, which can ultimately result in death. Early signs, like excessive vessels constricting (called Raynaud’s phenomenon) and […]