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Symptoms could include:
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Bruises Easily
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Impaired wound healing
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Blue Sclera
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Symptoms of EDS include:Double-jointednessEasily damaged, bruised, and stretchy skinEasy scarring and poor wound healingFlat feetIncreased joint mobility, joints popping, early arthritisJoint dislocationJoint painPremature rupture of membranes dur...
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EDS is a group of genetic disorders that usually affects the skin, ligaments, joints, and blood vessels. Classification of EDS types was revised in 1997.
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There are numerous types of EDS, all caused by changes in one of several genes. The manner in which EDS is inherited depends on the specific gene involved.
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EDS is a group of genetic disorders that usually affects the skin, ligaments, joints, and blood vessels. Classification of EDS types was revised in 1997.
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There are numerous types of EDS, all caused by changes in one of several genes. The manner in which EDS is inherited depends on the specific gene involved.
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Joint pain can be caused by many types of injuries or conditions. No matter what causes it, joint pain can be very bothersome.Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that causes stiffness and pain in the joints.
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Sprained ankles and wrists, arthritic knees and hips and torn rotator cuffs all have one thing in common: They result in joint pain.
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The hip is prone to developing pain in part because its anatomy is complex and because it has a large range of motion. Some of these structures, including the bursae, muscles, tendons, or ligaments are common causes of hip pain, even when the joint itself is fine.
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The diagnoses provided are among the most common that could explain your symptoms, but the list is not exhaustive and there are many other possibilities. In addition, more than one condition may be present at the same time. For example, a person with rheumatoid arthritis could also have ulnar neuropathy because swelling in the elbow compresses the nearby nerve.
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A dislocation is a separation of two bones where they meet at a joint.(Joints are areas where two bones come together.)
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Normally, bones glide smoothly within your joints, allowing a wide range of motion. But a bone can be pushed or pulled out of position. This is known as a dislocation.
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In medicine, the terms dislocation and subluxation refer to the displacement of bones that form a joint. These conditions affecting the joint most often result from trauma that causes adjoining bones to no longer align with each other.
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In a dislocation, the surfaces of the bones that normally articulate with each other(i.e., join together to allow movement) no longer line up correctly, and none of the joint surfaces are touching. Subluxation is a partial dislocation, so some con...
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Detailed information on dislocation, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Most of us get bruises from bumping into something from time to time. Bruising sometimes increases with age, especially in women as the capillary walls become more fragile and the skin becomes thin.
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Why don't diabetics' wounds heal normally?
Mary Pickett, M.D., is a lecturer for Harvard Medical School and an assistant professor of medicine at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, OR. At OHSU, she practices general internal medicine and teaches medical residents and students.
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Hyperelastic skin is skin that can be stretched beyond what is considered normal, and then returns to normal.Hyperelasticity occurs when there is a problem with the production of collagen fibers. Collagen is a type of protein that makes up much of...
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Pes planus is a condition in which the arch or instep of the foot collapses and comes in contact with the ground. In some individuals, this arch never develops while they are growing.Pes planovalgus; Flat feet; Fallen arches; Pronation of feet.Fla...
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Although some children develop arches as their "baby fat” disappears, some children don't. If not, it's still considered normal, and usually not a cause for concern.
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Are there special heel supports available to help with heel pain from flat feet?
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Arthritis, injury, bone disease, and torn muscles and tendons can cause pain, stiffness, and sometimes swelling in your shoulder. Then even simple movements become painful and difficult.
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Detailed information on shoulder dislocation, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Visual impairment or low vision is a severe reduction in vision that can''t be corrected with standard glasses or contact lenses and reduces a person''s ability to function at certain or all tasks. Legal blindness(which is actually a severe visual i...
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When you have low vision, you need more than glasses or contact lenses to see well enough to get around and do day-to-day tasks. Your central or side vision, or both, may be reduced.
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Detailed information on problems with vision in children There are many problems that can affect your child's vision that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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Detailed information on problems with vision in children Eye disorders that affect vision can be divided into two groups, including the following:
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If you have low-vision symptoms, talk to your eye-care professional, who can help you find resources and visual devices to make the most of your remaining vision.
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Using vision aids can help you do the things you need and want to do. There are many kinds of vision aids. Low-vision centers and some doctors sell these aids. They also train you to use your aids. And they will talk with you about proper lighting.
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The number of people losing their vision is growing, yet experts say much of this vision loss could be prevented.
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Detailed information on correcting or improving vision problems With today's advanced technology, there are many different approaches now available to help correct or improve a variety of vision problems. Listed below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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Have you noticed the sudden onset of any of these symptoms: vision loss, seeing double, the feeling of a shade over the eye, lights are surrounded by halos, or light sensitivity?
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Reports of a rare eye condition developing in men after use of Viagra are a reminder that erectile dysfunction medications should be used with the same caution given to other prescription drugs.
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Kneecap dislocation occurs when the triangle-shaped bone covering the knee(patella) moves or slides out of place. The problem usually occurs toward the outside of the leg.Dislocation- kneecap; Patellar dislocation or instability.A dislocated kneec...
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