Symptoms Of Scleroderma

Swelling

Swelling from scleroderma is one of the more painful symptoms. Inflammation can affect both the joints and the nerves, causing a range of feelings from mild discomfort to chronic and extreme pain. Individuals with scleroderma may experience a build-up of excess fluid in the joints due to the narrowing and incapacity of blood vessels, leading to swollen hands and fingers. Though this typically occurs in the morning, with the fluid dispersing throughout the day, it is certainly an inconvenient sign of scleroderma. When joint stiffness does not correct itself, however, the inflammation can spread from the hands and fingers to other areas of the body, such as the elbows, wrists, hips, knees, and ankles. Joints can feel as though they've become 'locked' into a particular position, limiting mobility significantly. The swelling associated with inflammation can also trap the nerves and put pressure on them, further causing pain and discomfort.

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