Through Teal Colored Glasses – a Column by Jessica Massengale

September 20, 2018September 18, 2018

Digestive Issues that Arise from Scleroderma

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It’s 6 p.m. on a Sunday evening and I’m ready to eat dinner. It’s beneficial to eat early enough to allow food at least three hours to digest before lying ... Read more

September 13, 2018September 11, 2018

Flirting with Life and Death

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Life is an enigma; a beautifully twisted maze that evolves daily around us. Some individuals have a pretty good idea of how to find their way through, while others are ... Read more

May 24, 2018May 24, 2018

8 Useful Scleroderma Sites for Patients to Bookmark

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The internet can seem like an endless portal that is easy to get lost in. Almost every topic, no matter how rare or obscure, has an article, blog, or website ... Read more

May 17, 2018May 16, 2018

Scleroderma, Pregnancies, and Finding Your Worth In Between

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Motherhood is a unique, sacred journey experienced by women from many different walks of life. Some women beat incredible odds to become pregnant. On the other hand, some have to ... Read more

May 3, 2018May 2, 2018

How to Create a Skin Care Routine with Scleroderma

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The body has an organ that helps regulate body temperature, helps the brain feel different sensations, and measures about 20 square feet when stretched out. Our skin is the largest organ ... Read more

April 19, 2018April 18, 2018

These Tests Help Monitor My Scleroderma Progression

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Some people go through life miraculously dodging any form of illness or disease. They go to the doctor for their physical once a year and don’t return until the next. ... Read more

April 5, 2018April 3, 2018

Feeling Young and Old at the Same Time

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Aging is a beautiful journey that is viewed differently in every culture. Some cultures embrace the elderly and look up to them for knowledge and wisdom. Others may place their ... Read more

March 29, 2018March 28, 2018

Dental Hygiene Practices to Maintain a Healthy Mouth

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The very first step in the digestion process begins in the mouth. For someone with scleroderma, simply chewing food can be exhausting. Different disease factors affect one’s dental hygiene, but various ... Read more

March 15, 2018March 14, 2018

Letting Go of the Past

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Spring cleaning is a good method to get rid of old clothes, memorabilia, and things that serve no purpose. Getting rid of old stuff can leave a person feeling less ... Read more

March 8, 2018March 7, 2018

The Importance of Trying New Forms of Treatment

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There are chances taken in life that can feel like pulling a lever on a slot machine. The outcome relies on a blind leap of faith, with fingers crossed for ... Read more