And this happened last January when a paper came out with the title, “COVID-19 and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, the dangers of the spike protein of SARS-CoV-2“. I had long suspected by just observing people on Twitter that EDSers may likely be more prone to not only getting ...
The sailor and the contortionist (how the Ehlers-Danlos syndrome got its name)P. BeightonModern Medicine
Rachel Wright, a content creator, speaker, and actress who starred in adult films, said one of the biggest barriers she experienced from Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (which impacts connective tissues like joints) is the sheer lack of online resources and information. After scouring the web for disabilit...
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), a group of conditions that result from genetic changes to collagen, a protein in your body They also run in families. Stretch Mark Symptoms New stretch marks may feel slightly raised and itchy.These rippled, streaky lines in your skin come in different colors. ...
Physically: Very very sick. Long story short, there's some freaky stuff going on. I have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, which basically means I fully or partially dislocate many of my joints many times a day, but lately, there's been other weird stuff going on. Like, the other day, my legs...
Describe Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome in terms of cause, onset, and symptoms. What is the etiology, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment? A corticosteroid may be prescribed for what condition? a. Rheumatoid arthritis b. Gout c. Osteoarthritis d. All of the above A 54-year-old male was recently diagn...
Don’t expect your partner to constantly educate you. Learn anything you can on your own. There’s a lot of educating that comes with having a disability or chronic illness. I have to constantly explain to peoplewhat Ehlers-Danlos syndrome isand how it affects me, andwhat it’s like to...
Describe Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome in terms of cause, onset, and symptoms.Which of the following is not an early symptom of ALS? a. Difficulty swallowing b. Fatigue c. Leg weakness d. Loss of balanceGuillaume Duchenne's, a French...
I was given the diagnosis of hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, type 3—a genetic connective tissue disorder that affects collagen production within the body. I was also educated about comorbid conditions, such as postural tachycardia syndrome and mast cell activation disorder, which explained my cra...
Physical therapy often is key to managing Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Exercises to strengthen the muscles around your joints can help to stabilize those joints. That lowers your risk of joint dislocation. A physical therapist can teach you how to do those exercises and give you suggestions for other ...