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Dysautonomia is very comorbid (common in conjunction with) Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.

https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2022/12/24/health/hypermobile-ehlers-danlos-syndrome-health-hnk-spc-dst-intl/index.html

This mysterious disease affects millions -- why isn't the medical profession paying more attention? Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a connective tissue disorder. When Sarah Lazarus' daughter was diagnosed with it, she discovered that the majority of cases are going undiagnosed for decades.

Sjögren's is one of many disorders that is comorbid (common in conjunction with) Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.

The experience of having one’s concerns dismissed by a medical provider, often referred to as medical gaslighting, can happen to anyone. Here are some tips on how to advocate for yourself in a medical setting. https://nyti.ms/3Sa9qZ4

Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Postnatal Care in EDS and HSD.

A small number of studies have looked at the challenges the Ehlers-Danlos syndromes (EDS) and hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD) can present in pregnancy, childbirth, and postnatal care, and yet there are currently no international guidelines.

The Ehlers-Danlos Society is supporting a team of international experts, led by Dr. Sally Pezaro The Academic Midwife who are producing much-needed guidelines in this area.

Read more: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/pregnancy-childbirth-and-postnatal-care-in-eds-and-hsd/

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Slipping Rib Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments Slipping rib syndrome occurs when the cartilage on the lower ribs slips and moves, leading to pain in the chest or upper abdomen.

When to Suspect a CSF Leak in Patients With Headache OJAI, CA—Spontaneous CSF leaks are treatable, often misdiagnosed, and can cause a neurologic syndrome that may include headache, nausea, and tinnitus. Spinal fluid leaks also can lead to serious complications, including seizures. Patients may have a CSF leak for years or decades before it ...