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Ehlers-Danlos syndromes - NHS

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Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) are a group of rare inherited conditions that affect connective tissue. Find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments.

Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) are a group of rare inherited conditions that affect connective tissue. Connective tissues provide support in skin, tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, internal organs and bones. Symptoms of Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) There are several types of EDS that may share some symptoms. These include: an increased range of joint movement ( joint hypermobility ) stretchy skin fragile skin that breaks or bruises easily EDS can affect people in different ways. For some, the condition is relatively mild, while for others their symptoms can be disabling. The different types o

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