Lung Involvement in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
Lung involvement is a fairly common complication of systemic sclerosis
Systemic sclerosis (SSc) affects skin and internal organs, such as lungs, heart, kidneys, musculoskeletal system and the gastrointestinal tract. On these pages you will find clear information about internal organ involvement including how to manage symptoms, treatments and looking after yourself.
Information on the organs in scleroderma
Gastrointestinal Tract Involvement in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
The gastrointestinal (GI) tract is often affected in systemic sclerosis. Up to 90% of people will have some form of GI tract involvement, which can occur at any point and may progress over time.
Heart Involvement in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
Systemic sclerosis can directly affect the heart, placing some people at a greater risk of heart disease.
Kidney Involvement in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
Kidney or renal involvement in systemic sclerosis may be mild or very serious in nature.