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Scleroderma, Diffuse
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Definition
: A rapid onset form of SYSTEMIC SCLERODERMA with progressive widespread SKIN thickening over the arms, the legs and the trunk, resulting in stiffness and disability.
Other names
Systemic Sclerosis, Progressive; Systemic Sclerosis, Diffuse; Systemic Scleroses, Diffuse; Sudden Onset Sclerodermas; Sclerosis, Diffuse Systemic; Scleroses, Diffuse Systemic; Sclerodermas, Sudden Onset; Scleroderma, Sudden Onset; Progressive Systemic Sclerosis; Progressive Scleroderma; Diffuse Systemic Scleroses; Sudden Onset Scleroderma; Sclerosis, Progressive Systemic; Scleroderma, Progressive; Diffuse Systemic Sclerosis; Diffuse Scleroderma; Diffuse Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis