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Muscular dystrophy is a group of disorders that involve muscle weakness and loss of muscle tissue that get worse over time.Many diseases called muscular dystrophies(MD) are inherited disorders, such as:.Symptoms vary wi... |
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Symptoms
Symptoms vary with the different types of muscular dystrophy.All of the muscles may be affected. Or, only specific gr...
Causes
Many diseases called muscular dystrophies (MD) are inherited disorders, such as:Becker's muscular dystrophyDuchenne m...
Tests
A physical examination and your medical history will help the doctor determine the type of muscular dystrophy. Speci...
Treatments
There are no known cures for the various muscular dystrophies. The goal of treatment is to control symptoms.Physical ...
Prevention
Genetic counseling is advised when there is a family history of muscular dystrophy. Women may have no symptoms but s...
Doctor Specialties
You have symptoms of muscular dystrophy. You have a personal or family history of muscular dystrophy and you are plan...
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