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I have just been diagnosed with ehlers-danlos syndrome (joint cartilage) should i play sports?
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No contact type: I am sure you have enough talents that you wii be able to fullfii your competitive spirt in aother manner. You may do well with some non--contact sports.
Answered 9/28/2016
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