Prof. MD. Neslihan Yılmaz

Scleroderma

Scleroderma is a chronic autoimmune connective tissue disorder characterized by excessive collagen production that causes the skin to thicken, harden, and tighten. The condition manifests as either localized scleroderma, which primarily affects the skin, or systemic sclerosis, which can involve blood vessels and internal organs like the lungs, kidneys, heart, and digestive system. Early diagnosis using antibody blood tests, nailfold capillaroscopy, and routine organ screening allows for targeted treatment strategies that relieve symptoms and manage potential organ complications.