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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a group of rare genetic connective tissue disorders that affect the body's ability to produce collagen, a key protein that provides strength and elasticity to various tissues. People with EDS often experience a range of symptoms, including hypermobility of joints, skin that is easily bruised and hyper-elastic, and various complications related to weak connective tissues.

Pain management for individuals with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome can be complex and require a multidisciplinary approach involving medical professionals such as rheumatologists, geneticists, pain specialists, physical therapists, and more. Here are some strategies that might be considered:

Medications: Depending on the type and severity of pain, various medications might be prescribed. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can help manage joint and muscle pain. For more severe pain, opioid medications might be considered, though their use should be carefully monitored due to the risk of addiction.

Physical Therapy: Physical therapy can be extremely beneficial for individuals with EDS. A physical therapist can provide exercises to improve joint stability, strengthen muscles, and enhance overall body mechanics. Aquatic therapy might be particularly useful due to the buoyancy of water reducing stress on joints.

Bracing and Assistive Devices: Depending on the specific type of EDS and its impact on joints, bracing or assistive devices might be recommended to provide support and reduce strain on joints.

Pain Management Techniques: Techniques such as heat or cold therapy, massage, and acupuncture might provide some relief for certain individuals.

Lifestyle Modifications: Adopting a healthy lifestyle can help manage pain. Maintaining a healthy weight can reduce stress on joints, and staying active within the limits of what your body can handle can also be beneficial.

Counseling and Psychological Support: Chronic pain can have a significant psychological impact. Counseling, mindfulness, and relaxation techniques can help individuals cope with the emotional aspects of managing pain.

Nutrition and Supplements: A balanced diet rich in nutrients that support collagen production, such as vitamin C, might be helpful. Consultation with a medical professional or registered dietitian is recommended before making significant dietary changes or starting supplements.

Pain Management Specialists: Depending on the severity of pain, a pain management specialist might be consulted. They can provide more advanced interventions like nerve blocks, epidural injections, or other specialized treatments.

Genetic Counseling: Since EDS is a genetic disorder, individuals and families might benefit from genetic counseling to better understand the condition, its inheritance pattern, and potential implications for family planning.

It's important to note that each individual's experience with EDS and their pain management needs can vary widely. A personalized approach that takes into account the specific type of EDS, its symptoms, and the person's overall health is crucial. Always consult with qualified medical professionals who are experienced in dealing with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome for proper guidance and treatment.

Types of EDS

The Ehlers-Danlos syndromes are a group of genetic connective tissue disorders that are currently classified into a system of thirteen types. Despite this grouping and their common name, each type is a distinct condition caused by a different gene mutation. This means that a child cannot inherit a different type of EDS from the one their parent has. It also means that one type cannot later turn into another, and there is no increased risk of having another type just because you have one – they are simply not connected. It is also extremely unlikely that one person would have more than one type, given the rarity of most of these illnesses.

Recently some of the criteria used to diagnose the Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and some of the terminology describing them changed, in order to reflect scientific research from the past twenty years. The 2017 EDS International Classification recognizes thirteen types of EDS and defines for the first time some related conditions, hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD) which have similar symptoms to hypermobile EDS (hEDS). The term joint hypermobility syndrome (JHS) is no longer used.

The most common type of EDS is thought to be the hypermobile type (formerly known as the hypermobility type or type 3) although the exact prevalence of this condition is not currently known. The medical literature states that it affects 1 in 5,000 people however this statistic is based on research that is out-of-date and hEDS/HSD frequently go undiagnosed or are misdiagnosed as other conditions. HSD and possibly hEDS are likely to be common. The classical and vascular types are rare, with other types being rarer still. It is probable that all the types are underdiagnosed to some degree.

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Their most toxic trait: some NSFW, but not explicit.

These toxic traits existed before they fell and became demons… or in the case of some, before you met them… in the case of the brothers, they’re only more intense after their fall.

Lucifer:

His pride… as if it wasn’t already a given, but it’s really more how his pride limits him. He can’t freely apologize even when he knows he’s wrong. He tends to be arrogant when he needs to be compassionate. If you are able to cope with his prideful and arrogant front, inside, he’s putty in your hand.

Luci won’t be able to be a pubic simp for you. He will bond your hand and link arms with you, and even give you a chaste kiss, but he has to maintain the image of the competent right hand of Diavolo at all times when in public. He won’t be able to put up with silly chaos when you’re out and about. All of that is for at home, when it’s just the two of you. Honestly, it’s like you’re dating two different men. The public Lucifer, and the private one.

In private, you laugh together at silly word puns, he chuckles as you recount his brothers antics. He blushes fiercely when you kiss him, and he teases you with a wicked grin as he pounds you into his mattress. Loving the look of your fucked out face. His soft, gentle eyes and voice as he takes care of you afterward.

If you can handle public Lucifer, the private is worth it.

Mammon:

Our greedy man is known for being many things… but his toxic trait isn’t his greed, or even his theft, or possessiveness and jealousy. It’s his feeling of inadequacy. Mammon thinks he’ll never measure up to Lucifer, or Diavolo, or anyone really. He even feels inadequate in comparison to his younger brothers. It’s one reason he leans into his sin so much. If he can’t be the smart one, the dependable one, the pretty one, the strong one; then he’ll be the bad one.

As I said before, he’s the one that would struggle the most in a poly relationship, because he compares himself to everyone and only sees his faults. He will ask what you like about your other partners that he doesn’t have. He’ll even attempt (poorly) to meet those things, not understanding his own qualities.

Instead of feeding his insecurities by going into his questions directly, redirect him with all of the things you love about him, things only he can offer. Not only will you prevent his insecurity from spiraling, but you’ll lift his confidence in himself and help him see that he is vital to you.

Even if you aren’t a poly MC, he’ll still find himself lacking. You’ll do the same process regardless of how many people in your bed.

Love your first man, he needs all your words of affirmation and praise.

Levi:

Another obvious one. His envy. He’s actively jealous of everyone around him, and like Mammon, unable to see his true worth. He does have parts of himself that he is confident about. Technology, and strategy. He knows he’s good with these, but even so, he struggles to voice himself. Feeling like he’ll only be mocked and scorned even if he tries.

This man lacks confidence in every area. Especially in himself. You will constantly be reassuring him… correcting him when he starts downing himself. Let’s be honest, that is HARD to do. I mean, it’s easy for awhile… but it can be draining to have to constantly battle his own mental demon.

Help him see who he really is. Help him find worth in everything he does. He can improve, but his sin will always be a fight for him.

His switch to Admiral Levi however can be head spinning. It’s such a change that it can take your breath away, and it’s hot as hell to have him suddenly fill with confidence and authority.

You know that this part of him is real and always there, it’s just a matter of getting these two parts of himself to coexist note freely.

Satan:

Anger isn’t this man’s only toxic trait. But it isn’t the one that’s the biggest issue. He works on his anger daily, and with you around he doubled down on it.

No, what is more important is the imposter syndrome that he has. The ‘copy’ of Lucifer issues he’s been struggling with. The unwanted flashbacks to things he never saw, the dreams of a life he never lived… he wakes up from those panting, frustrated, and having to take time to sort out his own existence from Lucifer’s. The morning’s after those dreams, he’s irritated, he avoids speaking and prefers solitude.

He isn’t a hard demon to figure out. With some coaxing he’ll finally talk to you about the dreams, and about the confusion and disoriented state he wakes up in. Hold him, let him talk and run your fingers through his hair. He will feel more centered and calm, why do you always make him feel like his heart is at peace, less chaotic and spiraling that before?

Asmo:

This man is so narcissistic that sometimes you wonder if he is actually complimenting you, or simply complimenting how you look beside him. Like an accessory. That being said, this isn’t his most toxic trait.

His toxic trait is his viscous tongue when angry. Satan may be the avatar of wrath, but Asmo’s spewed venom when he loses his temper is borderline abusive. He rarely loses his temper, but when he does, every word will drip with spite and he takes the low blows. Once his temper cools, he is distraught that he would say such terrible things to you. Of course one can’t truly take back the things they say out loud, and if not handled carefully it could be enough to end a relationship after the first fight. Thankfully you two have talked about his lashing out before, when he mentioned how it had happened before, example given was a fight he had gotten into with Solomon. Quite eye opening, as neither of these two men are exactly anger prone. To picture an argument between the two was impossible. You confirmed the details of the fight with Solomon… to think these two could say such hurtful things toward each other and still speak at all, much less be as close as they are? Amazing.

The eye opener is when Asmo tells you that his words are usually his own insecurities thrown onto another person. His physical nitpicking comes from a part of himself he’s insecure about. That does not make it okay, and he knows that, and has worked hard to break and stop it all together. He’s gotten much better about it, but he worries that it will happen again.

Beel:

This sweetheart is mild tempered, mild mannered, and a huge cuddle-bug. What on earth could be his hidden toxic trait??

I can’t think of one. He’ll eat anything food related that’s around… so no food prepping… and his resting bitch face can be intimidating to some… but that is hardly a toxic trait.

If you HAD to find something, you’d go with his over protectiveness, and his fear of choosing between his loved ones. He’s lost his sister, because he chose his twin. What would happen if someone tried to attack you and Belphie? Would he make the choice to let you die while he saved his twin, or would he let his twin die to save you? It’s a paralyzing fear… what if he freezes up and you both die?

It’s why he pushes his physical limits. He never wants to lose his loved ones again. It’s too much for him.

Belphie:

If you haven’t guessed already, it’s his unresolved misplaced anger.

He has misplaced anger toward the human race for Lilith’s death. Although he’s made an exception for you, it can pop up unexpectedly. Think of it like a racist person being in a relationship with someone of a different race. He gets uncomfortable being around humans, during an argument he’ll make some disparaging remark about humans, etc…

He has unresolved anger toward Lucifer. Some of which Lucifer has nurtured to keep Belphie going. There is a small part of him that blames Lucifer for the war. He knows it’s not Lucifer’s fault how things turned out, because they were trying to save their sister. It was going to happen regardless.

He would never admit it, but he also has unresolved anger toward Beel. Why would Beel save him over Lilith?? He knows he doesn’t know how he would have reacted in the same situation, but he can’t help it. This is survivor’s guilt.

If wanted I’ll do one for Dia, Barbs, Simeon, and Solomon. But I’ve held onto this one for too long before finishing.

[third-generation-female-warrior]

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Family dinners suck...

So, I did as much of a comic I could (it's finals week) base on @nateofgreat's post!

I originally planned to have Nala Se here, but seeing her face fills me with ungodly rage, so I didn't add her

Also, when I was drawing Crosshair, I went, "Oh, he looks like when I draw Rex. I hope this isn't same face syndro- oh, yeah..."

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I would like to bet $30 that The Creator is an Admin (most likely Romeo) or if we’re going for a crazy twist, then idk Eric Stirpe himself-

HAHA. you would be COMPLETELY INCORRECT

the admins are all experiments and Eric Stirpe is actually a really good idea now that I think about it 😭

But uh. Yeah the admins are all patients (their pre-experiment designs are basically them without their admin powers, and after experimentation they'll look more like the original admins and ya

Even though you didn't ask, Xara has Insomnia, Romeo has schizophrenia, and Fred had Cotard's delusion (get it? Cuz he's dead and Cotard's delusion is walking corpse syndro— oh, nevermind)

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Stockholm Syndrome Julie. Stockholm Syndrome Julie. Stockholm Syndrome Julie. Stockholm Syndrome Julie. Stockholm Syndrome Julie. Stockholm Syndrome Julie. Stockholm Syndrome Julie. Stockholm Syndrome Julie. Stockholm Syndrome Julie. Stockholm Syndro—

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Self doubt and imposter syndro go weeeeeeeeee

(I know how to beat it, I just gotta complain)

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Argument that EDS is actually an autism subtype. Saving.

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Always happens

Same face syndro- "ALL MIGHT IS HERE!!;#;#;;"

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Toxic Femininity: The Unrealistic Expectations Placed on Good Black Men

In today’s society, there’s been a growing dialogue about toxic masculinity, but there is another side to the conversation that doesn’t get as much attention: toxic femininity. It’s the set of unrealistic expectations some women place on good men, especially Black men, which can lead to broken relationships, unfair standards, and the sabotaging of healthy partnerships. Whether it's in personal relationships, celebrity culture, or historical figures like Hercules, this issue affects how Black men are viewed and treated, often making it harder for them to thrive.

The Burden of Unrealistic Expectations

There’s a myth that Black men, in particular, must meet nearly impossible standards to be deemed "worthy" of love and respect. These expectations can range from financial success, hyper-masculinity, emotional invulnerability, or an almost superhero-like ability to bear life’s struggles with little complaint. This burden often leads to men feeling inadequate, regardless of how much they contribute emotionally or financially to their relationships.

In relationships, women sometimes project these expectations onto Black men, setting them up for failure by expecting perfection. These skewed demands can lead to conflict, frustration, and the eventual breakdown of what could otherwise be healthy partnerships. These ideals paint a picture of Black men that strips them of their humanity, reducing them to a list of qualities or standards they must uphold to be deemed "good."

Hercules and the Burden of Masculine Expectations

Take Hercules, for example. Though not a Black man, his story still resonates with the pressures placed on men throughout history. Hercules was known for his strength, perseverance, and willingness to sacrifice himself for others. But this ideal of masculinity left him emotionally isolated, and the toll it took on his relationships was immense. Women in his life, like Megara, had their own expectations of him—whether it was saving her from danger or being a larger-than-life figure who could always protect her.

Similarly, Black men are expected to be the "Hercules" in their relationships: emotionally strong, protective, and able to withstand any adversity. The issue here is that these expectations fail to acknowledge the need for balance and mutual support in relationships. Just like Hercules, many Black men are not allowed to be vulnerable or have weaknesses. The moment they do, they are often criticized or abandoned.

The Impact of Toxic Femininity on Good Black Men

When these unrealistic standards are not met, some women may lash out, manipulating situations or even sabotaging relationships that would otherwise thrive. This often leads to gaslighting, where a man’s emotions and efforts are invalidated, and his contributions to the relationship are downplayed. In extreme cases, some women might even leave good Black men for not living up to these unspoken, impossible ideals.

Worse still, toxic femininity can make it difficult for Black men to recognize their own value. When constantly told they are not "enough," they may begin to believe it, which can lead to depression, low self-esteem, and a reluctance to enter future relationships. This isn’t just detrimental to Black men individually; it has lasting consequences for the Black community as a whole.

The Ex-Husband Syndrome

Another dimension of toxic femininity involves women who, after leaving good men, continue to interfere in their ex’s lives, making it difficult for them to move forward. This could manifest as spreading rumors, manipulating the children in custody battles, or just emotionally draining their former partners. Often, these actions are motivated by bitterness over the ex-husband’s inability to meet previously unrealistic expectations. By prolonging the cycle of negativity, these women not only sabotage their ex-husbands but also prevent themselves from growing.

The ex-husband syndrome is particularly harmful because it can disrupt the man’s ability to have healthy relationships after the breakup, as many find themselves dealing with ongoing toxicity long after the romantic relationship has ended.

Why This Needs to Change

It’s important for both men and women to break free from the shackles of toxic ideals. Good relationships are built on mutual understanding, support, and growth, not on imposing unrealistic standards on one another. Women, particularly Black women, must recognize that Black men, like all people, are human. They are allowed to have flaws, vulnerabilities, and struggles, just as they are allowed to have strengths and successes.

It’s essential to encourage men to express their emotions, ask for help when they need it, and embrace the full range of their humanity. It’s equally important for women to challenge the internalized stereotypes of what Black men "should" be. These stereotypes are harmful and counterproductive in forming meaningful connections.

By embracing vulnerability, understanding, and mutual respect, both men and women can foster relationships that uplift rather than tear down. Black men deserve love and support, not judgment and impossible ideals. Let’s work together to undo the damage toxic femininity can cause in our communities and relationships.

This blog aims to spark conversations around the unrealistic pressures placed on Black men and why breaking these expectations is critical for healthier relationships.

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Physical Therapy Clinic in New York City

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome - Joint instability

Joint instability is a common symptom in various subtypes of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). It occurs due to the inherent weakness and laxity of the connective tissues, including ligaments and tendons, which are responsible for providing stability to the joints. Here are some strategies to manage joint instability in EDS:

Physical Therapy: Working with a physical therapist experienced in managing EDS can be highly beneficial. They can design an exercise program to strengthen the muscles surrounding the affected joints, which helps provide additional support and stability. The focus is often on low-impact exercises, such as swimming or cycling, to improve muscle tone without excessive joint stress.

Joint Protection: Learning proper body mechanics and techniques to protect the joints is important. This may involve avoiding or modifying activities that put excessive stress on the joints, using assistive devices like braces or splints for added stability, and learning techniques for joint relocation in case of dislocations or subluxations.

Strength Training: Strengthening the muscles around the affected joints can help compensate for the inherent joint laxity. Resistance exercises targeted at specific muscle groups can enhance joint stability and reduce the risk of dislocations or subluxations. However, it is crucial to work with a knowledgeable physical therapist or exercise specialist to ensure exercises are appropriate and safe for your specific condition.

Joint Bracing or Taping: External support, such as bracing or taping, can provide additional stability to the affected joints. These devices can help limit excessive joint movement, reduce the risk of dislocations or subluxations, and provide proprioceptive feedback to improve joint position sense.

Lifestyle Modifications: Making certain modifications to daily activities can help reduce joint stress and minimize the risk of injury. This includes using ergonomic tools and adaptive equipment to decrease joint strain during tasks, pacing activities to avoid overexertion, and practicing good posture and body alignment.

Orthopedic Consultation: In some cases, orthopedic consultations may be necessary to assess joint stability and explore potential surgical interventions for severe joint instability or recurrent dislocations. Surgical options may include ligament reconstructions, joint stabilizations, or other procedures aimed at improving joint function and reducing instability.

Remember to consult with a healthcare professional experienced in managing Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome to determine the most appropriate strategies for your specific situation. Each person with EDS is unique, and a personalized approach is essential for effectively managing joint instability and minimizing associated risks.

EDS stands for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, which is a group of rare genetic disorders affecting the connective tissue in the body. To diagnose EDS, a doctor will typically begin with a physical exam and review of the patient's medical history. They may also order genetic testing to look for mutations in genes associated with EDS.

The physical exam may involve testing the flexibility of the patient's skin, checking for joint hypermobility, and looking for other physical signs of EDS, such as scarring or easy bruising. The doctor may also perform imaging tests, such as MRI or CT scans, to evaluate joint and tissue damage.

There are currently 13 subtypes of EDS, each with its own specific diagnostic criteria. A doctor may use a combination of clinical and genetic testing to determine the subtype of EDS that a patient has.

It is important to note that EDS is a complex condition and can be difficult to diagnose. If you suspect that you or a loved one may have EDS, it is important to consult with a doctor who is knowledgeable about the condition and can provide appropriate testing and treatment.

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