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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.

Last updated Friday, February 18, 2005

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Prognosis and impacts

Fertility and pregnancy

Some forms of EDS (especially EDS IV) can cause serious complications such as bleeding or tearing during childbirth or premature births. Any woman who has Ehlers Danlos syndrome should discuss pregnancy with a doctor who is familiar with EDS and its complications.

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