Question

Skin Conditions - Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Which animals get Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (cutaneous asthenia, dermatosparaxis), and how do they cope with the condition?
A) Primarily birds, coping through increased preening
B) Mammals, coping with enhanced grooming behavior
C) Reptiles, coping with basking in sunlight
D) Various animals, coping through reduced physical activity

Answer 1

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a genetic disorder that primarily affects humans. Animals with EDS may cope with the condition through reduced physical activity, enhanced grooming behavior, or other adaptations based on their species.

Step-by-step explanation:

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is a genetic disorder that affects the collagen molecule, leading to progressive deterioration of collagen in the body. It can affect various animals, including mammals, birds, and reptiles. However, it is primarily a human disorder. Animals with EDS may cope with the condition through reduced physical activity, enhanced grooming behavior, or other adaptations based on their species. For example, birds may cope with increased preening, while reptiles may cope by basking in sunlight.