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Reader essay: Joints dislocate, but life goes on Date published: 7/15/2007
THIS MORNING, Joint dislocations have always been a part of my life. When I was younger, my shoulder would often fully dislocate; as I grew older, other joints began to follow suit. Everyday activities, ranging from running to sleeping, could result in a dislocated knee, ankle, hip or jaw. Sometimes the joint would correct itself within a couple of seconds. Other times, I had to grip the joint and force it back in. Two years ago, an internist at The Johns Hopkins Hospital diagnosed me with the hypermobile type of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, a connective tissue disorder. I was relieved. Now I knew what was wrong and that the aches weren't in my head. I've had to adjust the activities in my life, but I don't let the EDS get me down. I've learned my limitations and work around them. Though I may have this disorder the rest of my life, I don't have to let it control my life. --Laura Pantazis, Stafford County
Date published: 7/15/2007
I too have EDS. What you describe is very similar to what I deal with. It is nice to know that I am not the only one my age dealing with it. Keep going strong- a positive attitude is the best way to deal with EDS. Good luck with your future!
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