A 43-year-old member asked:
I am 18 years old and i have ehlers danlos syndrome. how can i keep myself healthy?
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Rheumatology 54 years experience
You are healthy: There are several variations of ehlers-danlos syndrome and a similar disorder called benign hyper mobility syndrome. The most common types are certainly compatible with a normal life. You can protect your joints by maintaining a normal weight and keeping the supporting muscles strong.
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Last updated Dec 10, 2012
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