Understanding Localized scleroderma: Causes, Symptoms, and Management

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Localized scleroderma

by Alike Medical Team ∙ Updated on June 13, 2023

Additional names

This group contains additional names: - Morphea

General

Morphea refers to a condition which is characterized by painless, discolored patches on the skin. It is more common in the abdomen, chest and back. It may also affect deeper layers of the skin. Its texture changes over time. It improves on its own, but sometimes may recur.

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Signs & symptoms

Symptoms include oval patches on the skin, red or purple, which gradually become lighter. Texture of the skin changes into firm, thickened, dey or shiny.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is based upon findings from medical history and physical examination. Further evaluation may include skin biopsy.

Treatment

Treatment may go away after a few years, without any treatment. Treatment options may include creams, light therapy, oral medication such as immunosuppressants and steroids for severe morphea.

Note

☝ We provide information on prescription and over-the-counter medicines, diagnosis, procedures and lab tests. This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

National Institutes of Health ∙ World Health Organization ∙ MedlinePluse ∙ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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