Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is an overarching genetic disorder that refers to 13 heritable connective tissue disorders. Each type of EDS has its own genetic mutation, inheriting pattern and symptoms. Broadly speaking, these genetic mutations affect connective tissues; specifically, the tissue structure and function of collagen in the skin. This, in turn, impacts the strength andContinue reading “What is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome?”