Fatigue severely limits daily life for many people with hEDS or HSD
findingevidence: probable
In a 2025 survey at a German EDS clinic, 32.7% of respondents said fatigue severely affected their daily activities, after pain, joint instability, other orthopedic problems, and digestive complaints. Fatigue is not one of the 2017 hEDS diagnostic criteria.
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| EDS types | hEDS, HSD |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic criteria | 2017 International Classification |
| Last checked | 2026-09-16 |
Evidence
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