Danièle’s story
When she was diagnosed with scleroderma 22 years ago, Danièle couldn't understand why it had happened to her. Unfortunately, the cause of scleroderma still remains unknown. Now, Danièle explains how the small pleasures in life, such as meals with her friends, help her to stay positive.
"Trying to be positive, that's what I have really learned."
– Danièle
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