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Muscular dystrophy
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Muscular dystrophy is a family of genetic diseases that weaken muscles. Picture a folder holding several different diagnoses: they share the problem of weakness, but they do not affect exactly the same muscles or begin at the same age.
As weakness progresses, activities that require strength and mobility can become harder. The general name cannot predict the pace or severity of the disease because each type of muscular dystrophy follows its own pattern.
In brief
Muscular dystrophy is not one disease but a group of genetic disorders that weaken muscles. Over time, the weakness can reduce mobility and make everyday activities that depend on muscle strength and control more difficult.
Different types of muscular dystrophy can affect different muscle groups, begin at different ages, and vary in severity as they progress. The umbrella term describes their shared pattern of weakness, but it cannot define the course for any one person.
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- Centers for Disease Control and PreventionAbout Muscular DystrophyPublished
This page explains the topic in general terms; it does not tell anyone what treatment to follow.
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