“Scleroderma Quebec: Your Online Resource for Understanding and Managing Scleroderma”
Discover Scleroderma Quebec’s online platform, designed to help people living with scleroderma better understand their condition and find relevant information on symptoms, treatments, and research advancements, primarily in Quebec and Canada. Our site offers videos, informational sheets, and patient forums open to everyone…Read more
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Our commitment to scleroderma research
Scleroderma Quebec provides financial support for innovative and high-quality research projects that contribute to advancing knowledge on scleroderma. We are proud to support renowned research groups such as …Read more
Autoantibodies in scleroderma
Scleroderma is a complex disease that is the subject of extensive research to understand the pathogenic mechanisms and identify new therapeutic targets. This article focuses on the dysfunction of the immune system, specifically the particular antibodies found in the blood of people with scleroderma…Read more
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Welcome to our new Scleroderma Information Series!
Introducing our Scleroderma Info Series, featuring Caroline Côté, the spokesperson of Sclérodermie Québec, providing insights into this complex autoimmune condition. With English subtitles for inclusivity, each capsule lasts just a little over a minute. Explore topics like Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension, Raynaud’s phenomenon, pulmonary fibrosis, and more. Delve into each capsule at your pace, expanding knowledge and awareness. Watch individually or binge the series for a comprehensive understanding. Embark on this educational journey to deepen your insight into scleroderma and its intricacies.
Please Note: Each capsule is accessible through the following links:
February 24, 2023 – Capsule 1 What is Scleroderma? Caroline Côté, spokesperson for Scleroderma Quebec, provides us with insights into this autoimmune disease. https://f.io/C8ROx9sf
February 24, 2023 – Capsule 2 What is Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension associated with Scleroderma? Caroline Côté explains the symptoms and manifestations of PAH. https://f.io/BL6uvIyy
February 24, 2023 – Capsule 3 The Raynaud’s phenomenon is the most common symptom of scleroderma. Caroline Côté elaborates on this topic in this capsule. https://f.io/_4foHdGN
February 24, 2023 – Capsule 4 Caroline Côté, spokesperson for Scleroderma Quebec, explains pulmonary fibrosis, a condition characterized by shortness of breath or a dry cough. https://f.io/bi2DHLV4
February 24, 2023 – Capsule 5 Involvement of the digestive system, particularly the esophagus, is frequent in people with scleroderma. Discover more about digestive system symptoms in this animated capsule hosted by Caroline Côté, spokesperson for Scleroderma Quebec. https://f.io/JIwzo7OL
February 24, 2023 – Capsule 6 Caroline Côté, spokesperson for Scleroderma Quebec, discusses a severe kidney complication that occurs in 5% of patients: scleroderma renal crisis. https://f.io/qo-olWLC
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Last updated : August 19, 2023