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What is morphea also scleroderma?
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Sort of: Morphea is a localized patch of scleroderma (hard skin) that is generally not associated with the systemic manifestations of scleroderma or systemic sclerosis.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Skin only: Morphea is a form of scleroderma ("hard skin") that is localized and only affects the skin. There is no associated internal organ involvement.
Answered 1/16/2017
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