EDS is a herididtiy sydrome by autosomal recessive and autosomal dominanat 

In EDS types I and II, it is inherididt by autosomal dominant.  If one parent is heterozygos and the other is homozygos recessive, then there is a 50% chance that the child not having EDS. 

In EDS types VI, VII, and X, it is inheited by autosomal recessive.  If both the parents are carriers of the disease, then there is 25% chance that the child would have EDS.  And 50% chance of passing EDS onto the child, and 25% of having a normal child and not a carrier (Matsen 2). 

 

In the various nine types of EDS, the most common symptoms are:

skin problem, easily bruised, joint problems, slow to healing, unstable joints causing frequent dilocation, and nearsightedness.  Symptoms of rare EDS are: gum disease, lung problems, curvature of spine, and blood clotting (Matsen 2). 

 

Sometimes skin biopsey is proceeded to detect EDS.  A piece os skin is removed, and it would be tested for chemical affecting connective tissue.  Or the pediatrician would monitor a child back and compare it with a normal child (Matsen 2).

 

Suergery could be performed to correct any fracture and dislocation of joints.  The doctors should be aware for pregnant woman that she is carrying EDS.  Because of some comlications during labor need to be managed.  If it is not managed then it could be fatal for child and/or mother.  Daily stretches and exercise would strength the weak joints.  Sun exposure causes premature aging.  So putting on sunblock and wearing hats during sunny days would be helpful to your skin.  Going to eye exam, to check on your nearsightedness (Matsen 2).