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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type: Introduction

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type: A very rare collagen disorder which is characterized by loose joints and hyperextensible skin as well as a blood platelet anomaly which causes bleeding into the skin (petechiae). More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type is available below.

Symptoms of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type

• Loose joints - mainly hands and feet
• Hyperextensible skin
• Thin skin
• Easily bruised skin
• Bleeding into the skin
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Treatments for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type

• There is no specific treatment for the condition. Patients are advised to avoid activities that may increase the risk of joint dislocation e.g. weight lifting. Various therapies or medications may be utilized if chronic joint pain develops
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Wrongly Diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type?

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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type: Complications

Review possible medical complications related to Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type:

• Joint dislocation (see Joint symptoms) - due to loose joints
• Early-onset arthritis
• Chronic joint pain
• more complications...»

Causes of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type

• The condition is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner
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Misdiagnosis and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type

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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type: Research Doctors & Specialists

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Prognosis for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type

Prognosis for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type: Generally life span is unaffected.

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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Dysfibronectinemic type: Broader Related Topics

• Genetic conditions
• Connective tissue conditions
• Joint conditions
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