![]() ![]() It is most obvious in the fingers and toes but can also involve the ears, nose, and tip of the tongue. It is present at one time or another in about 90 percent of patients. Raynaud Phenomenon is the most common early symptom of systemic scleroderma. (These measures are equally important for those with Sjögren Syndrome.) Learn More Floss holders, pump toothpaste tubes and built-up handles on toothbrushes can help people with hand impairment. The dentist also can recommend a good oral hygiene program. Preventive dental care including regular flossing and brushing of the teeth and gums is very important, as are regular dental visits for oral health and for the early detection and prompt correction of any abnormalities. Consult with your dentist before starting any exercises or using any augmentation device. Particular care is advisable in using augmentation devices. When doing these exercises, be careful to avoid further damage, especially to the jawbone and teeth. The best approach to treatment is by means of facial grimacing and mouth stretching exercises, including the use of oral augmentation props inserted between the upper and lower teeth. The opening of the mouth may be decreased in size (microstomia or small mouth), making lip and mouth movements as well as oral hygiene difficult. People with scleroderma may experience a general tightening of skin over the face. Vascular system damage is attributed to PAH (see more by clicking on lungs). Once these vessels have been damaged it is difficult for an individual with scleroderma’s body to repair the damage. Not only is scleroderma a disease of vascular injury, it is also a disease of inadequate vascular repair. The cause of this damage is currently unknown. Scleroderma results in damage to these endothelium cells. ![]() Organs may be damaged by vascular disease as a result of decreased or blocked blood flow.Įndothelium is the layer of cells that cover the interior surface of the blood vessels. Most often, vascular disease affects blood flow, either by blocking or weakening blood vessels, or by damaging the valves that are found in veins. (See more by clicking on the hands).Ī vascular disease is a condition that affects blood carrying vessels. The most common example of vascular system involvement in scleroderma is Raynaud Phenomenon. The Vascular System is defined as the vessels and tissues that circulate blood in the body. ![]()
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