Focus Area: Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) / Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD):

EDS/HSD is a relatively common but often misdiagnosed condition due to its wide-ranging symptoms and complexity.

About the condition:

• Inherited connective tissue disorder

• Prevalence: ~1 in 500 people

• Symptoms span multiple systems, leading to scattered referrals and delayed diagnoses

Common Symptoms Include:

• Joint hypermobility & pain

• Gastroparesis

• Dysautonomia & POTS

• Migraines

• Mast cell activation issues

• Small fibre neuropathy

• Non-epileptic seizures

• Intractable hiccups

• Irritable bowel syndrome

• Gastro-oesophageal reflux

• Rashes, angio-oedema

• Dysuria & abdominal pain

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