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GlossaryEhlers-Danlos syndrome

group of genetic disorders affecting connective tissues' strength and elasticity

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a group of genetic disorders that affect the connective tissues, which provide support to the skin, joints, blood vessels, and other organs. People with EDS often have overly flexible joints, stretchy and fragile skin, and may experience frequent joint dislocations and chronic pain. The severity and specific symptoms can vary widely among the different types of EDS.

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research Expanding the Clinical and Mutational Spectrum of Recessive AEBP1-Related Classical-Like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

20 citations , February 2019 in “Genes”

The study concludes that mutations in the AEBP1 gene can cause a form of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and should be considered in diagnosis.

research Cutaneous asthenia (Ehlers–Danlos syndrome) in a cat

3 citations , January 2013 in “Türk veterinerlik ve hayvancılık dergisi/Turkish journal of veterinary and animal sciences”

A cat in Turkey had Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, showing very stretchy skin and easy bruising.

research Heterozygous COL5A1 deletion in a cat with classical Ehlers–Danlos syndrome

May 2024 in “Animal genetics”

A cat's poor wound healing was linked to a genetic deletion in the COL5A1 gene.

research Ehlers-Danlos syndrome: From bedside to bench

January 2024 in “Frontiers research topics”

Comprehensive genetic testing and international collaboration are crucial for better understanding and managing Ehlers-Danlos syndromes.

research P-18 THREE BODY PROBLEM PATIENT: EHLER DANLOS SYNDROME COMBINED WITH HYPOPHOSPHATASIA AND FATTY ACID OXIDATION DEFECT

January 2025 in “JCEM Case Reports”

Enzyme replacement therapy may help alleviate symptoms in complex cases like this.

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community Who won’t respond to minoxidil? (Studies)

in Research/Science 33 upvotes 4 months ago

Minoxidil's effectiveness varies due to differences in sulfotransferase enzyme levels in the scalp, affecting people with conditions like ASD, liver disease, and androgenic alopecia. Treatments like topical tretinoin, microneedling, and using minoxidil sulfate instead of regular minoxidil can improve results for those with low enzyme levels.

community I am starting to believe that bloodflow is the reason for hair loss...

in Research/Science 219 upvotes 10 months ago

Hair loss may be linked to blood flow issues, but DHT is considered the main cause. Treatments used include finasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, vitamin D3, microneedling, and dutasteride, but hair loss persists.

community DUPA, Non Responders and Connective Tissue Disorders

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 1 year ago

A 27-year-old male with diffuse hair loss, including the donor area, did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil. He suspects his hair loss may be linked to a mild connective tissue disorder, possibly affecting the structural support of hair follicles, rather than being purely hormonal.

community Blocking DHT helps slow down aging or increases it?

in Research/Science 8 upvotes 3 years ago

Blocking DHT may slow down aging and improve skin, with users reporting positive effects from finasteride. Minoxidil and RU58841 are also mentioned as treatments.

community 75 days on Oral Min & Oral Fin Retrograde Alopecia

in Progress Pictures 57 upvotes 2 months ago

A user shared their 75-day progress using oral minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermastamping for retrograde alopecia, reporting significant improvement and increased body hair without side effects. They also discussed quitting smoking and the potential correlation between early beard growth and male pattern baldness.

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