System Sclerosis- Causes, Symptoms, Treatment



System sclerosis may be defined as a condition where the immune system attacks the body. As the immune system mistakenly destroys the healthy tissue, changes appear in the texture and appearance on the skin due to excess production of collagen. Collagen is a structural protein which helps in making up all of the tissues. However, blood vessels, muscles, heart, digestive system, lungs, kidneys are also affected by the disease. 


System sclerosis is also known as CREST syndrome where CREST stands for-

  • Calcinosis
  • Raynaud's phenomenon
  • Esophageal dysmotility
  • Sclerodactyly
  • Telangiectasia.


As System Sclerosis is seen affecting the skin first, one may observe skin thickening and shiny areas been developed around the mouth, nose, fingers as well as other bony areas. Additional  system sclerosis symptoms that indicates towards this disease are hair loss, white lumps under the skin, shortness of breath, joint pain, dry cough, diarrhea, esophageal reflux, constipation and bloating after having meals. Also spasms of blood vessels in the fingers and toes are also observed.  





Thus, a call to the doctor should be made immediately if any of these symptoms are observed. The doctor at the first instance shall notice the skin changes and check blood pressure. In case of high blood pressure due to sclerosis, kidney can be damaged. Thus the doctor shall also prescribe for chest X ray, urinalysis, CT scan of the lungs and skin biopsies.  System Sclerosis diagnosis is the most crucial stage as early detection can lead to proper curing. 


Once the condition of the diseases is detected, treatment shall then pave its way. Though the treatment shall not cure it but it shall definitely reduce the symptoms. Corticosteroids, immunosuppressants like Methotrexate or Cytoxan are generally prescribed by the doctor. Though depending on the symptoms, blood pressure medications, physical therapy, light therapy, nitroglycerin ointments for the skin shall be provided by the doctor from time to time. The best home remedies that can be done to overcome this diseases are staying healthy, having a healthy diet and avoid foods that cause heartburn. However, these medicines shall be taken from time to time  otherwise it may lead to complications such as heart failure, cancer, kidney failure and high blood pressure. It is advisable to buy healthcare products online in this pandemic to avoid other health complications.


Though the treatment facilities for System Sclerosis have improved over the years, but negligence towards medications can lead to serious problems. The disease is mostly seen in women than in men between the age of 30-50 years. A healthy lifestyle with a fit body is what is helpful for taking preventive measures against these diseases. 


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