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scleroderma

/ˈsklerədərmə/ noun · British & US
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What does scleroderma mean?

noun

A chronic disease characterized by the hardening and tightening of skin and connective tissue, often causing skin lesions and organ damage.

Example

"The patient was diagnosed with scleroderma, a condition that affects the skin and internal organs."

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