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How rare is having ehler danlos syndrome?
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Ehlers-Danlos: The frequency of ehlers-danlos syndrome (all types) has been reported as 1 per 5000 to 1 per 10, 000 in the population. The exact prevalence and incidence of ehlers-danlos syndrome is unknown. Ed is a family of conditions that share a common decrease in the tensile strength and integrity of the skin, joints, and other connective tissues.
Answered 12/9/2013
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