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Scleroderma is an autoimmune condition that can show up in different ways depending on the type. Here are the classic symptoms to be aware of:

- Skin thickening or tightening, especially on the fingers, hands, face, arms, and legs
- Raynaud's phenomenon — fingers or toes turning white or numb in response to cold or stress Show Full Answer

Scleroderma is an autoimmune condition that can show up in different ways depending on the type. Here are the classic symptoms to be aware of:

- Skin thickening or tightening, especially on the fingers, hands, face, arms, and legs
- Raynaud's phenomenon — fingers or toes turning white or numb in response to cold or stress
- Joint stiffness and pain
- Muscle weakness
- Swollen hands and feet
- Digestive problems, such as trouble swallowing
- Fatigue
- Small red or purple spots on the face or hands (telangiectasia)
- Calcium deposits in connective tissues When scleroderma affects internal organs like the lungs and heart, it can lead to pulmonary hypertension (PH). That's why it's so important to watch for any new or worsening symptoms like shortness of breath, fatigue, chest pain, or leg swelling, and report them to your doctor promptly.

Annual screening for PH is strongly recommended for people living with scleroderma, even before symptoms appear.

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