Patients with Raynaud's phenomenon may want to avoid exercising outdoors in cold weather. When they do go out, they should dress warmly with many layers. Wearing a hat is essential. Quitting smoking is, of course, essential for anyone, but it is critical for people with scleroderma. Patients would be wise to seek relaxation and anti-stress techniques, which might help reduce some triggers of Raynaud's phenomenon.
Many effective methods are available.
Moisturizers and antibiotic ointments may be helpful for keeping skin pliable and preventing infections in the fingers. No evidence exists that supplements of these vitamins offer any benefit for scleroderma. A diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables, which contains antioxidant vitamins, fiber, and other important nutrients, is important in any case for general health. Alleviating Symptoms of Gastrointestinal Problems. People with heartburn might try avoiding or reducing consumption of foods and carbonated beverages as well as beverages that contain caffeine, chocolate, peppermint, spearmint, alcohol, and fat.