The dermatological aspects of hEDS in women.

Int J Womens Dermatol

FACOFP, New York Institute of Technology, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome/Hypermobility Treatment Center, Old Westbury, NY, United States.

Published: June 2021

AI Article Synopsis

  • Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a collection of inherited disorders affecting connective tissues and can cause a variety of symptoms across multiple systems.
  • Hypermobile EDS, one of its subtypes, lacks a known genetic mutation and is associated with specific skin changes like soft skin, scars, and easy bruising.
  • The paper will focus on these skin issues, their impacts primarily on women, along with potential treatments and exploration of related skin conditions.

Article Abstract

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a group of inherited connective tissue disorders that may present with a wide range of multisystemic symptoms. Hypermobile EDS, one of 13 identified subtypes of EDS, is the only variant without a known associated genetic mutation. A review of the literature suggests the five primary dermatological changes associated with hypermobile EDS are soft skin, atrophic cutaneous scars, piezogenic papules, hyperextensive stretchability, and hematomas. Our paper will address these cutaneous manifestations and delve into how they affect patients (primarily women). Possible consequences and treatment options for these different dermatological changes, as well as other skin manifestations such as livedo reticularis and elastosis perforans serpiginosa, will also be further explored.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8243129PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ijwd.2021.01.020DOI Listing

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