What is Radon? Radon is a gas that you cannot smell, taste or see. Radon forms naturally when uranium, thorium, or radium, radioactive metals, breaks down in rocks, soil and groundwater. People can be exposed to radon primarily from breathing radon in air that comes through cracks and gaps in buildings and homes.
The term 'prevalence' of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome usually refers to the estimated population of people who are managing Ehlers-Danlos syndrome at any given time. The term 'incidence' of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome refers to the annual diagnosis rate, or the number of new cases of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome diagnosed each year.
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) is an inherited condition that affects the connective tissues in the body. Connective tissue is responsible for supporting and structuring the skin, blood vessels, bones, and organs. Itâs made up of cells, fibrous material, and a protein called collagen. Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is caused by a defect in collagen production. This condition is caused by a group of genetic disorders.