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Suggest Treatment For Scleroderma And Esophageal Hardening
I was preliminarily diagnosed by two doctors as possibly having scleroderma. They have referred me to a rheumatology doctor, still awaiting appointment, for their opinion. They found some traces of esophagusial hardening. If confirmed, how quickly does this disease spread throughout the remaining body? (life expectancy) I understand this disease mostly hits women and only about 300,000 have been diagnosed in the USA. Any feedback appreciated. Thanks!
Thu, 10 Sep 2020
Hello,
Scleroderma is a progressive disease and causes difficulty in swallowing due to hardening of esophagus. I suggest you to follow your rheumatologist prescribed drugs to reduce the progression of the disease.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
Scleroderma is a progressive disease and causes difficulty in swallowing due to hardening of esophagus. I suggest you to follow your rheumatologist prescribed drugs to reduce the progression of the disease.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
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