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Ehlers–Danlos-like syndromes have been shown to be hereditary in Himalayan cats, some domestic shorthair cats, [154] and certain breeds of cattle. [155] It is seen as a sporadic condition in domestic dogs, with higher frequency in English Springers . [ 156 ]
A recessive autosomal (non-sex linked) form of feline cutaneous asthenia has been identified in Siamese cats and related breeds. In the homozygous state, it is apparently lethal. Feline cutaneous asthenia is similar to the Ehlers–Danlos syndrome of humans. Cats with cutaneous asthenia cannot be grasped by the scruff, as this may tear away.
The skin is also abnormally fragile. The skin flaps peel or slough off very easily, often without causing bleeding. This explains why cats with the condition suddenly "molt" their wings. [citation needed] It is variously known as: Ehlers–Danlos syndrome — humans; Hereditary equine regional dermal asthenia — horses; Feline cutaneous ...
The second explanation of reports of winged cats is a skin condition called feline cutaneous asthenia, which is related to Ehlers–Danlos syndrome (elastic skin) in humans. In "winged" cats with cutaneous asthenia, the pseudo-wings only occur on the shoulders, haunches, or back, and the cats can often actively move these growths, suggesting ...
Ehlers–Danlos-like syndromes have been shown to be hereditary in Himalayan cats, some domestic shorthair cats, and certain breeds of cattle. It is seen as a sporadic condition in domestic dogs, with higher frequency in English Springers. It has a similar treatment and prognosis.
These include skin fragility syndrome (Ehlers-Danlos), hereditary hypotrichosis and congenital or hereditary alopecia. Nutrition related disorders [ edit ] Nutritional related disorders can arise if the cat's food intake decreases, interactions between ingredients or nutrients occur, or mistakes are made during food formulation or manufacturing.
Occipital horn syndrome (sometimes called X-linked cutis laxa or Ehlers-Danlos type 9 [10]) is a mild form of Menkes syndrome that begins in early to middle childhood. It is characterized by calcium deposits in a bone at the base of the skull ( occipital bone ), coarse hair, and loose skin and joints.
Levine works with a team of faculty, students, and local partners to investigate different treatments for individuals with Ehlers–Danlos syndrome. [7] [8] Most recently Levine and colleagues conducted research on occupational interventions for clients with Ehlers–Danlos syndrome in the presence of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome.