What Is CREST Syndrome?
2. Digestive System
As mentioned, CREST syndrome is a type of scleroderma, but it does have a main feature that differentiates it from other types. Most types of scleroderma will only affect the arms, face, and legs, and this can be quite uncomfortable for the patient in itself. In addition to these, however, CREST syndrome can also affect the digestive tract.
This means that the patient will face a number of complications and symptoms that other types of scleroderma will not cause. In some cases, albeit quite rarely, it can also lead to the patient developing problems in their heart and in their lungs.
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