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Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

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What is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is a genetic disorder that weakens the skeletal and heart muscles, progressively worsening over time. It is the most common form of muscular dystrophy.

  • What are the symptoms of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?
  • Symptoms typically appear between ages 2 and 4 and include:
  • Progressive muscle weakness and wasting that begins in the child’s legs and pelvis, and to a lesser extent affects the arms, neck, and other areas of the body.
  • Enlarged calf muscle.
  • Difficulty climbing stairs.
  • Difficulty walking, which worsens over time.
  • Frequent falls.

 

Walking on tiptoes.

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What causes Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?

DMD is caused by a mutation or a change in the gene that provides instructions for a protein called dystrophin. Dystrophin is an important part of the dystrophin-glycoprotein complex (DGC), which plays a critical structural role in muscles.:

  • How is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy diagnosed?
  • The doctor will take a medical history and perform a physical examination. Additional tests may include:
  • Muscle enzyme tests.
  • Genetic blood testing.EKG)

 

Muscle biopsy.

Electrocardiogram (EKG).:

  • How is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy treated?
  • Treatment depends on the patient’s needs and may include:
  • Medications: to slow muscle degeneration and treat heart disease.
  • Physical therapy.

 

Surgery: to correct scoliosis if present.

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Can Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy be prevented?

  • Since DMD is a genetic condition, there is no way to prevent it. About one-third of cases occur randomly without a family history.
  • What are the complications of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?
  • Difficulty walking.
  • Contractions – limiting mobility.
  • Respiratory difficulties.
  • Scoliosis.

 

Heart problems (cardiomyopathy).

Difficulty swallowing food.

 

When should you see a doctor?

You should consult a doctor if your child shows difficulty walking or standing, especially after the first year of life. If your child is diagnosed with DMD, regular medical follow-up is important for treatment and symptom monitoring.

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Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy a common disease?

No, it is considered a rare disease that occurs due to genetic causes.

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