Muscle Dystrophy Overview and Symptoms
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What is the main sign of muscular dystrophy?

  • Delayed growth
  • Development of scoliosis
  • Progressive muscle weakness (correct)
  • Facial paresis

    • What is a common treatment option for muscular dystrophy?

  • Acupuncture
  • Radiation therapy
  • Chemotherapy
  • Medications (correct)

    • Which of the following might indicate advanced muscular dystrophy?

  • Frequent falls (correct)
  • Strong muscle tone
  • Heightened reflexes
  • Ability to run long distances

    • Which genetic pattern is described when a mutation is inherited from one parent?

    <p>Autosomal Dominant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be a potential complication associated with muscular dystrophy?

    <p>Cognitive impairment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency at which all types of muscular dystrophy combined affect individuals?

    <p>16 to 25 per 100,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age do many patients with muscular dystrophy become wheelchair dependent?

    <p>By age 12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is least likely associated with muscular dystrophy?

    <p>Enhanced cognitive function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is commonly used to test for muscular dystrophy?

    <p>Blood test and muscle biopsy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a typical prognosis for patients with muscular dystrophy?

    <p>Poor, with many dependent on wheelchairs by age 12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Muscular dystrophies cause progressive weakness and breakdown of skeletal muscles over time.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The main sign of muscular dystrophy is sudden muscle strength improvement.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Patients with muscular dystrophy are often wheelchair dependent by the age of 12.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Learning disabilities are not associated with muscular dystrophy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Scoliosis can be a possible disability resulting from muscular dystrophy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Both parents having the mutation guarantees that their child will have muscular dystrophy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Facial paresis can be a symptom of muscular dystrophy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Bradley Walker and Steve Tillian are notable figures with muscular dystrophy.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Treatment options for muscular dystrophy do not include physical therapy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The prognosis for patients with muscular dystrophy is typically poor.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Muscle Dystrophy Overview

    • Muscle dystrophies are genetically diverse and rare neuromuscular disorders
    • Characterized by progressive weakness and muscle breakdown
    • Symptoms vary, but typically affect skeletal muscles over time

    Causes of Muscle Dystrophy

    • Primarily caused by gene mutations affecting muscle proteins
    • Genetic inheritance:
      • Autosomal dominant: When a mutation is inherited from a parent
      • X-linked: When the genetic change is passed down through X chromosomes

    Symptoms of Muscle Dystrophy

    • Specific symptoms appear at different ages and affect different muscle groups
    • Common symptoms include:
      • Frequent falls
      • Difficulty rising from a lying position
      • Trouble running and jumping
      • Muscle pain
      • Delayed growth
      • Learning disabilities
      • Walking on toes
      • Scoliosis
      • Enlarged calves
      • Facial paresis

    Prognosis of Muscle Dystrophy

    • Typically, the prognosis is poor.
    • Patients often rely on wheelchairs by age 12
    • Death commonly results from respiratory or cardiac complications

    Treatment of Muscle Dystrophy

    • Treatment options include:
      • Medications
      • Physical therapy
      • Occupational therapy
      • Surgical procedures

    Possible Disabilities

    • Potential disabilities include:
      • Scoliosis
      • Learning disabilities
      • Enlarged calves
      • Difficulty rising from the floor
      • Facial paresis
      • Frequent falls
      • Cognitive impairment
      • Problems with swallowing

    Facts about Muscle Dystrophy

    • Diagnostic tools: Blood tests and muscle biopsies are used
    • Doctors identify different types of Muscular Dystrophy
    • The combined effect of all types is about 16 to 25 cases per 100,000 individuals
    • Heart failure from the total reported cases contributes 20%
    • Respiratory failure contributes 31 % of reported deaths
    • One baby is born with MD out of 20,000 births
    • Recommended diet: High protein, low fat, and low carbohydrates.
    • Different muscle types are affected by various muscular dystrophy types
    • Some muscle groups such as in the heart and controlling breathing may be weak
    • No cure; physical therapy may help manage symptoms

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    This quiz covers the essential aspects of muscle dystrophies, including their genetic causes, symptoms, and prognosis. Learn about the different types of muscle dystrophies and how they affect muscle function over time. Test your knowledge on this rare neuromuscular disorder.

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