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1. Ehlers-Danlos syndrome - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Link: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ehlers-danlos-syndrome/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20362149
Description: WebAug 25, 2022 · Diagnosis. Extremely loose joints, fragile or stretchy skin, and a family history of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome are often enough to make a diagnosis. Genetic tests on a sample of your blood can confirm the diagnosis in rarer forms of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and help rule out other problems.
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2. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
Link: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17813-ehlers-danlos-syndrome
Description: WebJun 16, 2023 · They’ll examine your skin and joints and ask you about your symptoms. Tell your provider when you first noticed symptoms or if any activities make them worse. Most people with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome don’t have a known genetic mutation, so providers usually diagnose it based on your symptoms and medical history.
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3. Ehlers-Danlos syndrome - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Link: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ehlers-danlos-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20362125
Description: WebAug 25, 2022 · There are many different types of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, but the most common signs and symptoms include: Overly flexible joints. Because the connective tissue that holds joints together is looser, your joints can move far past the normal range of motion.
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4. What is EDS? - The Ehlers Danlos Society
Link: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/what-is-eds/
Description: WebMost people who were previously diagnosed with joint hypermobility syndrome or a similar diagnosis are now classified as having either hEDS or a type of HSD. If someone was diagnosed with hEDS before the 2017 criteria, there is no reason to seek a new diagnosis unless they decide to participate in research or need to be reassessed for some ...
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5. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549814/
Description: WebMay 29, 2023 · Proper diagnosis of EDS is essential to improving the overall health and well-being of affected patients as well as mitigating these complications. This activity outlines the background, presentation, evaluation, and management of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and its complications.
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6. Ehlers–Danlos syndrome - Wikipedia
Link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ehlers%E2%80%93Danlos_syndrome
Description: WebIn 2017, 13 subtypes of EDS were classified using specific diagnostic criteria. [5] According to the Ehlers–Danlos Society, the syndromes can also be grouped by the symptoms determined by specific gene mutations. Group A disorders are those that affect primary collagen structure and processing.
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7. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: Tests, Treatment, and Prognosis
Link: https://www.verywellhealth.com/ehlers-danlos-syndrome-overview-4782662
Description: WebMar 29, 2024 · Tests for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. A healthcare provider will use a variety of testing to make an EDS diagnosis and to rule out other conditions. This may include genetic testing, skin biopsies, physical exam, and imaging. Genetic tests: This is the most common method for identifying a faulty gene.
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8. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment - WebMD
Link: https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/ehlers-danlos-syndrome-facts
Description: WebApr 9, 2024 · Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Diagnosis. Your doctor will likely start with a physical exam: They may check to see how far your knees, elbows, fingers, and waist can bend. Can your thumb touch your forearm?
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9. Diagnosing Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome | Neurological Surgery
Link: https://neurosurgery.weillcornell.org/condition/ehlers-danlos-syndrome-eds/diagnosing-ehlers-danlos-syndrome
Description: WebA diagnosis of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) will start with a physical exam and an individual health history, which can reveal any conditions associated with EDS (such as a pattern of frequent injuries). It’s also important to get a family history, since many types of EDS can be passed on from parent to child.
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10. Clinical manifestations and diagnosis of Ehlers-Danlos syndromes
Link: https://www.uptodate.com/contents/clinical-manifestations-and-diagnosis-of-ehlers-danlos-syndromes
Description: WebOct 10, 2023 · Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is the term used for a group of relatively rare genetic disorders of connective tissue that are characterized by one or another of several features, including skin hyperextensibility, joint hypermobility, and tissue fragility.
