Scleroderma First Symptoms Stories: What Are They?

I knew a person who first noticed that the skin on their fingers was getting shiny and tight. It was like the skin was losing its normal texture. They thought it was just dry skin at first, but then it started to spread to other parts of the hands.

Well, common first - time pregnancy symptoms can vary from woman to woman. But generally, breast tenderness is a sign. The breasts may feel swollen and sore. Also, frequent urination can occur. As the pregnancy progresses, the growing uterus puts pressure on the bladder. And heightened sense of smell is also possible. You might find certain smells overwhelming that didn't bother you before.

Some of the first symptoms of HIV can be flu - like. This may include fever, fatigue, and swollen lymph nodes. Often, people might also experience a sore throat. These symptoms can be mild and may be overlooked as just a common illness at first.

Common first symptoms can include fever, dry cough, and fatigue. Some people also report loss of taste or smell early on.

Well, in the stories about the first symptoms of COVID, a lot of people talk about feeling unusually tired. It's not just normal tiredness but a sort of exhaustion that seems to come out of nowhere. Another often - mentioned first symptom is a runny nose, which can be easily mistaken for a common cold at first. Some also experience nausea or vomiting as an early sign. However, it's important to note that the combination of symptoms can be different for each person. And not everyone will have all of these symptoms at once. Some might only have one or two of the main symptoms like fever and cough, while others might experience a wider range of the less common early symptoms.

Well, from the MS stories, the first symptoms can vary a great deal from person to person. However, some typical initial symptoms are issues with bladder control, like having to urinate more frequently or having trouble starting or stopping urination. Facial pain or a sense of tightness around the face can also be among the first symptoms. Sensory problems, not just numbness but also a feeling of 'pins and needles' in different parts of the body, are often mentioned in these stories as early signs of MS.

One of the most common first COVID symptoms was fever. Many people reported having a high temperature when they first got sick. Also, fatigue was very prevalent. People just felt extremely tired all of a sudden. Another often - mentioned symptom was a dry cough. It was persistent and didn't seem to go away easily.

Common first symptoms may include a lump in the neck. This is often due to swollen lymph nodes. Another symptom can be nasal congestion that doesn't go away with normal treatments like using decongestants. Also, some people experience ear problems such as hearing loss or a feeling of fullness in the ear at the early stage.

One success story involves a patient who had digestive issues because of scleroderma. The doctors adjusted his diet to include more easily digestible foods and prescribed medications to manage the symptoms. He also made lifestyle changes like eating smaller meals more frequently. Over time, his digestive problems improved, and he no longer suffered from the constant pain and discomfort. This just goes to show that proper management of symptoms can lead to a better life with scleroderma.

Some of the first symptoms can be numbness or tingling in the limbs. For example, a person might feel like their fingers or toes are 'asleep' constantly without any obvious reason.