Muscular Dystrophy

What is Muscular Dystrophy?

Muscular dystrophy (MD) refers to a group of genetic diseases that cause progressive weakness and degeneration of skeletal muscles. These disorders (of which there are more than 30) vary in age of onset, severity, and the pattern of the affected muscles.

Symptoms

There are a number of symptoms of Muscular Dystrophy, which may include

Trouble walking. Some people with muscular dystrophy eventually need to use a wheelchair.
Trouble using arms.
Shortening of muscles or tendons around joints (contractures).
Breathing problems.
Curved spine (scoliosis).
Heart problems.
Swallowing problems.

Complications

There are a number of Complications of Muscular Dystrophy, which may include

Trouble walking. Some people with muscular dystrophy eventually need to use a wheelchair.
Trouble using arms.
Shortening of muscles or tendons around joints (contractures).
Breathing problems.
Curved spine (scoliosis).
Heart problems.
Swallowing problems.

Causes

MD is caused by mutations (alterations) in the genes responsible for healthy muscle structure and function. The mutations mean that the cells that should maintain your muscles can no longer fulfil this role, leading to muscle weakness and progressive disability.

Prevention

There are a number of Prevention of Muscular Dystrophy, which may include

How Is Muscular Dystrophy Treated? Muscular dystrophy cannot be prevented. There is no specific treatment or cure for the disease. Care of those with muscular dystrophy is mainly focused on preventing and treating its complications

Risk factors

Muscular dystrophy occurs in both sexes and in all ages and races. However, the most common variety, Duchenne, usually occurs in young boys. People with a family history of muscular dystrophy are at higher risk of developing the disease or passing it on to their children.

How is it diagnosed?

Treatments can include steroid medications to maintain muscle strength as long as possible; stretching and other exercises specifically designed for people with muscular dystrophy; braces and splints; assistive devices such as wheelchairs, computer technology, and lifting devices to help people with DBMD continue their

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How is it treated?

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Physical Therapy. Beginning physical therapy early can help keep muscles flexible and strong.
Respiratory Therapy.
Speech Therapy.
Occupational Therapy.
Surgery.
Drug Therapy.
Gene-Based Therapy.

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