Becker's muscular dystrophy Health Article

Calling your health care provider

Call your health care provider if symptoms that suggest Becker's muscular dystrophy appear.

Call your health care provider if a person with Becker's muscular dystrophy develops new symptoms (particularly fever with cough or breathing difficulties).

Call your health care provider if you are planning a family and Becker's muscular dystrophy has been diagnosed in you or other family members.

Prevention

Genetic counseling may be advised if there is a family history of Becker's muscular dystrophy.