Patient organisations and
support groups
You are not alone in the world of scleroderma. Information, support and advice are available from a number of organisations around the world. Find your support organisation below.
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If you cannot find your national support group below, you can always speak with your doctor or reach out to your community.
European patient organisations and support groups:
Europe
Visit FESCA
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Netherlands
Visit NVLE
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United Kingdom
Visit SRUK
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France
Visit ASF
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Croatia
Visit HUOS
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American and Canadian patient organisations and support groups:
United States of America
Visit Scleroderma Foundation
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United States of America
Visit SRF
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Treatment
Symptoms of scleroderma can be managed using many different treatments. Your doctor will be able to help you.
"If you've just been diagnosed with scleroderma, I would say just take one day at a time. Don't worry. There's loads of support around."
– Mandy