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Can people with Scleroderma work? What kind of work can they perform?
See how people with experience in Scleroderma give their opinion about whether people with Scleroderma can work and what kind of jobs are more appropriated for people with Scleroderma
I certainly couldn't. With all of my medical issues, pain, and extreme fatigue there is no way that I would be able to be reliable. Also, due to my medications I no longer drive out of safety.
Posted Mar 21, 2017 by Peggy L 550
YES THEY CAN !
Posted Apr 1, 2017 by Fashah 1150
Depends. I am still running my own business. Try not to do work that is physical.
Posted Apr 1, 2017 by Milda 1000
Yes initially, but severe fatigue can become a major problem quickly in some disease variants. Also, hand deformities can greatly restrict work options in many patients. There is wide variability with this disease, in part because of subtype. Patient's with limited variants of scleroderma can usually work for longer periods of time post diagnosis than patients with diffuse variants. Eventually, most patients with scleroderma end up on disability.
Posted Apr 3, 2017 by Choclit 1150
Yes! People with Scleroderma can do whatever they choose to set their mind too. I worked with Scleroderma for about 6 years before going on disability. If your able ad willing you can do anything!
Posted Mar 30, 2018 by Amy 2600
Absolutely yes! People can work; however, it is important that any repetitive work might cause damage or be difficult for those with arthritis, Raynaud's, or rheumatism in their hands. Computer work is easy for some and some might even work outdoors in milder climates. Cold and wet weather might be difficult for those with Raynaud's. Some who have COPD or breathing issues might have difficulty with rigorous activity/work. I've had this label since 2000 and yet, I was able to teach, move about, and use a computer. However, many have Scleroderma features that prevent them from moving without pain or difficulty. Now that I'm retired, I'm able to move but have pain in my knees, shoulder, and have difficulty getting out of bed in episodes. Fortunately, not often. I am fortunate to still be somewhat active in my 70's. I do not know the percentage of those as active as I am but I believe, I am fortunate to not be severely impacted (so far. by Scleroderma.
Posted Nov 21, 2018 by Juanita 1900
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Can work in a jobs very limited administrative reception jobs that do not involve stress if we do not go wrong.
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yes, but the extreme fatigue and some distortion and necessitate a slower pace, to adapt schedules or workday...in case of major disability must retire
Posted Feb 27, 2017 by cecilia miranda 1000
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Of course that can work, will depend on the degree of impairment and the work
Posted Mar 21, 2017 by Amparo 1000
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If we can work but not in heavy work. We cannot expose ourselves to the sun, cold or stress. I believe that 80% works
Posted Mar 23, 2017 by ana h 1400
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Yes they can, but it is difficult to keep pace with other peers. It is also difficult to find a new job, as companies opt for healthy and active people. In this case, my sister, who is affected, is currently going through a lot in his job. She works in a restaurant, but day-to-day has to face an unbearable situation. Work stress and not eating on their horar during the job, practically you are killing. Wanted to get out of the job, but I sincerely believe that we have not hired in the other hand, since their hands each time they move less. It is a very complex situation, and sad because he only has 37 years old, is a single mother.
Posted Apr 28, 2017 by Alma Olivia 1000
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If you can work out what they want and feel good and comfortable
Posted May 11, 2017 by Tatiana 1135
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If we are able to work, even when the disease is very limiting for the damage they cause, mainly when it is systemic, we must not give up and try to occupy our mind on something productive that will help us to feel useful, we can do anything we set our mind giving us our tricks
Posted May 15, 2017 by Lucero 1050
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Normally you can limit some jobs that require the use of hands if you have ulcers or stiffness that prevent take things or to be very physical because we got tired quickly. Tb that do not use chemicals or are exposed to cold or water.
Posted May 15, 2017 by Montse 1151
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Depends on the condition of the disease.
Usually, people with scleroderma can't work and/or work and with the advance of the disease end up stopping.
Usually, people with scleroderma can't work and/or work and with the advance of the disease end up stopping.
Posted Sep 30, 2017 by Carol 1000
