What is Ehlers-Danlos syndrome?
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a group of disorders that affect connective tissues, which are tissues that support the skin, bones, blood vessels, and other organs. All types of Ehler-Danlos syndrome affect the joints and many also affect the skin.
How do members experience Ehlers-Danlos syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome*
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Fatigue
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Pain
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Neck pain
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Excessive daytime sleepiness (somnolence)
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome*
Who has Ehlers-Danlos syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 39 | |
| 20s | 282 | |
| 30s | 401 | |
| 40s | 415 | |
| 50s | 369 | |
| 60s | 187 | |
| 70+ | 60 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 130 | |
| Female | 1,579 |