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Drugs used to treat scleroderma include: Corticosteroids; Immunosuppressants (Methotrexate, Cytoxan; Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs. Other treatments for specific symptoms may include: Antacids for heartburn; Blood pressure medications (particularly ACE i...[read article]
Tests for Systemic Sclerosis
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The antinuclear antibody panel is a blood test that looks at antinuclear antibodies (ANA. Antinuclear antibodies are substances produced by the immune system that a... More
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Centromere Antibody Test
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex... More
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Anti-Topoisomerase I (anti-Scl-70) Test
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Sjogrens Syndrome A Antibody Measurement
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Sjogrens Syndrome B Antibody Measurement
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Smith Antibody Test
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ESR stands for erythrocyte sedimentation rate. It is a test that indirectly measures how much inflammation is in the body. However, it rarely leads directly to a sp... More
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Extractable Nuclear Antigen Antibody Test
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Ribonucleoprotein (RNP) Antibody Level Test
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Total Immunoglobulin Test
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These tests evaluate the immune system, whose function is to defend the body against such invaders as bacteria and viruses. The immune system also plays a role in t... More
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Urinalysis is the physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of urine. It involves a number of tests to detect and measure various compounds that pass through ... More
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Medical Procedures for Systemic Sclerosis
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Physical therapists provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain , and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities among those sufferin... More
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Ultraviolet light treatment uses a particular band of the nonvisible light spectrum to treat psoriasis and a variety of other skin diseases. It can be used alone or... More
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Range of Motion Exercise
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Occupational therapy is a holistic, patient-centered, occupation-based approach to life skill development. This health profession helps people whose lives have been... More
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Surgical Procedures for Systemic Sclerosis
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Lung transplant is surgery to replace one or both diseased lungs with healthy lungs from a human donor. More
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Prescribed Medications for Systemic Sclerosis
Self Care for Systemic Sclerosis
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There are a lot of ways to quit smoking and many resources to help you. Family members, friends, and coworkers may be supportive or encouraging, but the desire and ... More
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Alternative Procedures for Systemic Sclerosis What's this?
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Various forms of meditation have been practiced for thousands of years throughout the world, with many techniques originating in Eastern religious practices. In mod... More
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Relaxation techniques include behavioral therapeutic approaches that differ widely in philosophy, methodology, and practice. The primary goal is usually non-directe... More
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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.
