SD World is a list dedicated to providing a place where those who suffer from Scleroderma and other autoimmune problems may gather in a warm, friendly forum for an upbeat, open and free exchange of thoughts, ideas and information. We also offer a section of links for scleroderma medical, support, health or fun information.

The internet is a big place. There is a lot of information out there. Some are very, very good, and some are very, very bad. On this and the linked categorized pages are some web sites we have found useful.

Scleroderma

The word scleroderma means hard skin. It is a chronic (long-lasting) disease that can affect your skin, joints, blood vessels and internal organs. Scleroderma is a rare disease that affects women three to five times more often than men. It is sometimes seen in children and the elderly, but usually starts between the ages of 30 and 50.

Sclero.org. “Whether you are a patient, caregiver, or medical professional, we can help you find the information and support you need to deal most effectively with the many challenges of Scleroderma.” An amazing site, now available in 14 languages.

The Scleroderma Education Project SclerodermaInfo.org includes frequently asked questions and Ed Harris has done a bang-up job of asking AND answering them here. If you are looking for just plain information about scleroderma, this is the one of the best references around.

MEDLINEplus: Scleroderma Page includes: From the NIH, General/Overviews, Clinical Trials, Coping, Diagnosis/Symptoms, Research, Specific Conditions/Aspects, Dictionaries/Glossaries, Directories and Organizations.

MayoClinic.com Scleroderma: Symptoms, causes, risk factors, complications, preparing for your appointment, tests and diagnosis, treatments and drugs, lifestyle and home remedies, alternative medicineand coping and support.

Arthritis Foundation This site has information on types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatments and self care of scleroderma.

Scleroderma Clinical Trials: Circumscribed, Systemic