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What is Ehlers-Danlos syndrome?
The Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) encompasses a group of disorders characterized by connective tissue abnormalities. Individuals suffering from this syndrome have skin that is particularly elastic, and their joints are excessively mobile, which can lead to various health issues. Connective tissue plays a vital role in the structure of our bodies, providing strength and support to the skin, joints, and internal organs. If our connective tissue does not function properly, it can have serious consequences. The symptoms of EDS cover a wide spectrum, and the experiences of patients can vary greatly. One of the most characteristic symptoms is the extremely flexible joints, which can achieve a wider range of motion than…
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Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome
The Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome is a rare genetic condition that can involve a variety of symptoms and abnormalities, and these manifestations vary from individual to individual. The disease can be inherited in an autosomal dominant manner, which means that familial clustering may occur, and such phenomena are observed in about one-quarter of the cases of the syndrome. Children born with the syndrome often come into the world with greater birth weight and height, and their growth rate is also accelerated, especially in the early years. Asymmetry of the body, resulting from greater growth on one side of the body, is also a common presentation. Additionally, organs may differ from normal size,…
