We will all be hearing more about this group in the future. Dr. Clements will explain what the SCTC is, and discuss its exciting new plans for the future. Reda Girgas, M.D., of the Division of Pulmonary Medicine at Johns Hopkins Hospital, will talk about pulmonary hypertension in persons with scleroderma, a not uncommon issue. The focus will be on symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. The Scleroderma Foundation in no way endorses any drugs or treatments reported on this website.
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Because the manifestations and severity of scleroderma vary among individuals, personalized medical management is essential. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that all drugs and treatments be discussed with one's physician to assure proper evaluation and treatment.