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Other symptoms of localized scleroderma may include swelling of the fingers, hands, face, forearms, lower legs and/or feet. The skin in these areas eventually becomes hard and thickened, and movement becomes more difficult. Muscles can also become weak and joint stiffness can occur.
Scleroderma is an example of a medical condition that causes non-pitting lower extremity edema. It is a connective tissue disorder that can cause hair loss, a hardening of the skin, and joint pain. In addition to swelling, the feet and legs often feel numb.