Children who are born with muscular dystrophy usually develop normally for the first few years of life. They may suddenly show signs of clumsiness. These signs include: Trouble walking Difficulty ...

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is the most common type ... If your child has DMD, you’ll probably notice the first signs before they turn 6 years old. Muscles in the legs are usually ...

Muscular Dystrophy (MD) is a genetic condition causing progressive muscle weakness and complications in vital organs. Early diagnosis, multidisciplinary care, and emerging treatments like gene therapy ...

Caregivers of people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy may play an important role in the prevention and management of fat ...

Two important causes of a positive Beevor's sign are (1) dorsal spinal cord pathology at D-10 spinal level and (2) facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHMD). In FSHMD, a positive Beevor's sign is ...

Our pathologists, doctors who specialize in analyzing tissue, can look for signs of muscular dystrophy. Our on-site lab returns results in as little as one day. Blood tests: We may check your blood ...

Muscular dystrophy is a genetic disorder that weakens muscles over time. There are many different types of muscular dystrophies. Each type begins at a different age and may cause mild or severe muscle ...