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July 21, 2020July 22, 2020

How EDS Affects the Teeth and Gums

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Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a group of rare genetic disorders characterized by weakness in the connective tissue — the tissue that gives structure and strength to muscles, skin, joints, ... Read more

July 15, 2020July 15, 2020

How Does EDS Affect Heart Health and Function?

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Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) refers to a group of rare diseases that affect connective tissue, which gives structure and support to muscles, skin, joints, and organs. Among the several types ... Read more

July 7, 2020July 8, 2020

What to Expect From Physiotherapy When You Have EDS

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Physiotherapy can help people with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), which is a group of disorders that affect connective tissues and cause symptoms that range from mildly loose joints to life-threatening ... Read more

July 1, 2020July 1, 2020

Tips for People Newly Diagnosed With EDS

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After what was likely a long journey, upon diagnosis you learned that you are among the estimated 1 in 5,000 people who have Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS). Although you may be relieved to ... Read more

June 24, 2020June 24, 2020

EDS and Sleep Hygiene

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Sleep disorders are common among people with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS). Because a good night’s sleep is essential to your health, both physically and mentally, and to a good quality of life, ... Read more

June 17, 2020June 17, 2020

How to Manage Brain Fog When You Have EDS

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While “brain fog” is not one of the most common symptoms of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), many patients report experiencing this form of cognitive dysfunction, which can affect their ability ... Read more

June 10, 2020June 10, 2020

How EDS Affects Mental Health

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A combination of symptoms and stress from chronic pain in patients with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) can contribute to the risk of mental health problems. EDS refers to a group ... Read more

June 3, 2020June 3, 2020

Sleep Disorders in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

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Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a group of disorders that affect the connective tissue that gives structure to joints, tissues, and organs. The disease is characterized by weakness in the ... Read more

May 27, 2020May 27, 2020

Fatigue and Ways to Deal With It When You Have EDS

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Fatigue is common to people with a chronic disease, and a likely constant companion to those with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Here are some tips to help you manage fatigue, and possibly get relief. ... Read more

May 18, 2020May 20, 2020

Mindfulness for People with EDS

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Because Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) affects many different systems in the body simultaneously, you may experience many different symptoms. Coping with them can be a challenge. A practice called mindfulness ... Read more

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