What you’re seeing isn’t a trick — it’s a real genetic condition called Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). EDS affects the body’s connective tissues, which are responsible for giving strength and elasticity to your skin, joints, and blood vessels. Because of a defect in collagen production, the tissue becomes unusually stretchy and fragile. Here’s what makes it fascinating (and dangerous): 🧠 It’s caused by mutations in genes responsible for collagen synthesis. 🦴 It leads to hyper-flexible joints, s

The Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) are a group of 13 heritable connective tissue disorders. The conditions are caused by genetic changes that affect connective tissue. Each type of EDS has its own set of features with distinct diagnostic criteria. Some features are seen across all types of EDS, including joint hypermobility, skin hyperextensibility, and tissue fragility. Dr. Clair Francomano provides an overview of the Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS), discussing symptoms, impact on daily life, and

Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) is a heritable connective tissue disorder that causes generalized joint hypermobility, joint instability, and chronic pain. hEDS is also associated with a variety of other symptoms and related conditions that affect many different areas of the body. Learn more about signs and symptoms of hEDS and diagnosis at https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/heds/ | The Ehlers-Danlos Society

🧬Learn all about genetic testing with Dr. Clair Francomano The Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) are a group of genetic connective tissue disorders. Each type of EDS is caused by pathogenic variants of genes that provide the instructions for making connective tissue proteins. Hypermobile EDS (hEDS) is the most common type of EDS, but the genetic cause(s) of hEDS are unknown. The other types of EDS are associated with specific pathogenic variants. Genetic testing is available for every type of EDS e