I have been dxed with MCTD and the Scleroderma is effecting my fingers, feet and lungs. Is the disease likely to go into remission even if it is advanced?
Not usually, but each case is individual and the speed of progression varies markedly. Scleroderma Question: My 33 year old son has scleroderma. He had surgery on his hand in 1996. The bones in his thumb were fused and other adjustments were made to increase mobility. At first things were much better, but now he has constant pain. He gets discouraged and depressed. How can we stop the pain? Answer: I am not sure from your description as to the location of the pain. That is, is this a nerve compression problem, scarring from surgery, or changes due to scleroderma. A pain specialist or neurologist might be able to help you figure this one out.
