There are two types of localised scleroderma and patients may be subject to either or a mixture of both.
MORPHOEA
Morphea affects the skin, beginning with an inflammatory stage, followed by the development of one or many slowly enlarging patches or plaques. These plaques are usually oval in shape but vary in size and colour and may enlarge or shrink, sometimes disappearing spontaneously.
LINEAR
Linear scleroderma usually develops in childhood and can affect the growth of a limb. It is a form of localised scleroderma, which starts as a band-like thickening of skin, usually limited to one area, such as an arm, leg or forehead (en coup de sabre). Unlike morphea, linear scleroderma tends to involve layers of tissue below the skin. It can sometimes affect the muscles and bones and finally the mobility of the underlying joints.
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Friday, 10 September 2010
The Cool Million!!
To celebrate the charity’s 30th Anniversary in 2012, the RSA is aiming to raise a total of one million pounds for research over the next two years. The money will be used to fund several projects into Raynaud's and scleroderma. People with these conditions will be given an opportunity to send in suggestions as to what they feel are the most important areas of research that they would like to see funded. These ideas will then be considered by the trustees and medical advisers. One of the aims is to generate enthusiasm amongst the medical profession throughout the UK, in order to help find better treatments and ultimately a cure. To find out more click here.