EDS

n. Stands for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. This is a group of rare conditions that affect the skin, joints, and blood vessel walls.

n. Abbreviation for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. A group of genetic connective tissue disorders characterized by joint hypermobility, skin hyperextensibility, and tissue fragility.

“Patients with EDS often have very flexible joints and skin that bruises easily.”

“The clinical diagnosis of EDS requires a thorough evaluation of joint laxity and skin elasticity, often followed by genetic testing to identify the specific subtype.”

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n. Stands for excessive daytime sleepiness. It means feeling very tired and wanting to sleep during the day, even after a full night's rest.

n. Abbreviation for excessive daytime sleepiness. A clinical symptom where a patient experiences an inability to maintain alertness during typical waking hours.

“The doctor asked if he suffered from EDS during his afternoon work shifts.”

“Chronic EDS is a primary indicator for sleep apnea and narcolepsy, necessitating a formal polysomnography to determine the underlying cause.”

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