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Types (60)

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Muscular Dystrophy (17)

Is Muscular Dystrophy Painful? What You Need To Know
Is Muscular Dystrophy an Autoimmune Disease?
Is Swimming Resistance Training Safe for Muscular Dystrophy?
Bethlem Myopathy: Symptoms, Life Expectancy, Treatment

Becker (Bmd) (17)

Is Muscular Dystrophy Painful? What You Need To Know
Duchenne vs. Becker Muscular Dystrophy: What Are the Differences?
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Support Groups: 5 Ways They Can Help
4 Early Signs of Muscular Dystrophy in Babies

Congenital (Cmd) (8)

Myotonic Dystrophy vs. Muscular Dystrophy: How They Differ
9 Types of Muscular Dystrophy: Duchenne, Becker, and More
4 Early Signs of Muscular Dystrophy in Babies
Is Muscular Dystrophy Painful? What You Need To Know

Duchenne (Dmd) (49)

Duchenne vs. Becker Muscular Dystrophy: What Are the Differences?
8 Swallowing and Breathing Exercises for Muscular Dystrophy
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Wheelchair Use: Tips and Tools
Spotting Duchenne Early: Support and Practical Advice

Emery Dreifuss (Edmd) (9)

Is Muscular Dystrophy Genetic?
Myotonic Dystrophy vs. Muscular Dystrophy: How They Differ
4 Early Signs of Muscular Dystrophy in Babies
Muscular Dystrophy Life Expectancy: How Long Can You Live With Each Type?

Facioscapulohumeral (Fshd) (7)

Myotonic Dystrophy vs. Muscular Dystrophy: How They Differ
6 Muscular Dystrophy Facts You Should Know
4 Famous People With Muscular Dystrophy
9 Types of Muscular Dystrophy: Duchenne, Becker, and More

Limb Girdle (Lgmd) (10)

Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy a Rare Disease? 7 Must-Knows
7 Signs and Symptoms of Muscular Dystrophy To Look For
How Gower’s Sign Can Show Early Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)
Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy: Symptoms, Progression, and More

Myotonic (Dm) (9)

Is Muscular Dystrophy Painful? What You Need To Know
Myotonic Dystrophy vs. Muscular Dystrophy: How They Differ
7 Signs and Symptoms of Muscular Dystrophy To Look For
4 Famous People With Muscular Dystrophy

Oculopharyngeal (Opmd) (6)

6 Muscular Dystrophy Facts You Should Know
7 Signs and Symptoms of Muscular Dystrophy To Look For
Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Is Muscular Dystrophy Genetic?

Unknown Type (5)

7 Signs of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
9 Muscular Dystrophy Exercises To Try at Home: Stretching and More
10 Tips for Overcoming Learning Disabilities With DMD
How Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Affects Walking

Treatments (54)

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Weight Control (1)

Diet for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Foods To Eat and Foods To Avoid

Vyondys 53 (Golodirsen) (7)

Does DMD Impact Life Expectancy? Improved Survival Rates
DMD Gene Therapies and Treatments: How Do They Work?
Find the Best Muscular Dystrophy Treatment: 9 Options
What Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy? Dystrophin, Gowers’ Sign, and More

Viltepso (Viltolarsen) (7)

Can Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Cause Enlarged Calves?
Find the Best Muscular Dystrophy Treatment: 9 Options
Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy a Rare Disease? 7 Must-Knows
Does DMD Impact Life Expectancy? Improved Survival Rates

Speech Therapy (6)

How Does Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Affect the Brain?
8 Swallowing and Breathing Exercises for Muscular Dystrophy
Congenital Muscular Dystrophy: Symptoms, Life Expectancy, and More
7 Facts About DMD Caregivers Should Know

Respiratory Therapy (9)

Duchenne vs. Becker Muscular Dystrophy: What Are the Differences?
How To Make Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Care More Affordable
8 Swallowing and Breathing Exercises for Muscular Dystrophy
Find the Best Muscular Dystrophy Treatment: 9 Options

Respiratory Monitoring (5)

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Anesthesia: What To Consider
Myotonic Dystrophy vs. Muscular Dystrophy: How They Differ
How Is Muscular Dystrophy Diagnosed? 8 Tests and What To Expect
Stages of DMD: 10 Signs of Progression To Watch For

Range Of Motion Exercises (6)

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Physical Therapy: What To Expect
What Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy? Dystrophin, Gowers’ Sign, and More
Is Swimming Resistance Training Safe for Muscular Dystrophy?
9 Muscular Dystrophy Exercises To Try at Home: Stretching and More

Psychiatric Support (1)

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Anesthesia: What To Consider

Prednisone (4)

Does DMD Impact Life Expectancy? Improved Survival Rates
Find the Best Muscular Dystrophy Treatment: 9 Options
Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy a Rare Disease? 7 Must-Knows
Muscular Dystrophy Life Expectancy: How Long Can You Live With Each Type?

Physical Therapy (30)

Why Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Less Common in Girls?
Bethlem Myopathy: Symptoms, Life Expectancy, Treatment
Duchenne vs. Becker Muscular Dystrophy: What Are the Differences?
How To Make Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Care More Affordable

Pain Management (3)

Duchenne vs. Becker Muscular Dystrophy: What Are the Differences?
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Anesthesia: What To Consider
Stages of DMD: 10 Signs of Progression To Watch For

Pacemakers Or Other Heart Devices (2)

Muscular Dystrophy Life Expectancy: How Long Can You Live With Each Type?
Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy: Causes, Symptoms, and Outlook

Occupational Therapy (10)

6 Muscular Dystrophy Facts You Should Know
Who Treats Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy? Finding a Specialist
7 Facts About DMD Caregivers Should Know
Find the Best Muscular Dystrophy Treatment: 9 Options

Nutrition Or Nutritional Support (3)

Diet for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Foods To Eat and Foods To Avoid
Congenital Muscular Dystrophy: Symptoms, Life Expectancy, and More
Who Treats Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy? Finding a Specialist

Genetic Counseling (18)

Does Muscular Dystrophy Show Up on NIPT? What You Should Know
Bethlem Myopathy: Symptoms, Life Expectancy, Treatment
4 Early Signs of Muscular Dystrophy in Babies
Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy: Symptoms, Treatment, and More

Exondys 51 (Eteplirsen) (7)

Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy a Rare Disease? 7 Must-Knows
DMD Gene Therapies and Treatments: How Do They Work?
Does DMD Impact Life Expectancy? Improved Survival Rates
What Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy? Dystrophin, Gowers’ Sign, and More

Emotional Support Or Counseling (6)

7 Facts About DMD Caregivers Should Know
Who Treats Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy? Finding a Specialist
Congenital Muscular Dystrophy: Symptoms, Life Expectancy, and More
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Support Groups: 5 Ways They Can Help

Emflaza (Deflazacort) (3)

Does DMD Impact Life Expectancy? Improved Survival Rates
DMD Gene Therapies and Treatments: How Do They Work?
Find the Best Muscular Dystrophy Treatment: 9 Options

Elevidys (Delandistrogene Moxeparvovec Rokl) (6)

Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy a Rare Disease? 7 Must-Knows
Can Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Cause Enlarged Calves?
Find the Best Muscular Dystrophy Treatment: 9 Options
Does DMD Impact Life Expectancy? Improved Survival Rates

Duvyzat (Givinostat) (6)

Can Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Cause Enlarged Calves?
Find the Best Muscular Dystrophy Treatment: 9 Options
What Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy? Dystrophin, Gowers’ Sign, and More
Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy a Rare Disease? 7 Must-Knows

Diuretics (1)

Does DMD Affect the Heart? Cardiomyopathy, Heart Disease, and More

Clinical Trials (13)

Muscular Dystrophy Life Expectancy: How Long Can You Live With Each Type?
Congenital Muscular Dystrophy: Symptoms, Life Expectancy, and More
CRISPR Gene Therapy for DMD: 7 Facts To Know
Can Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Be Prevented? 6 DMD Facts

Cardiac Monitoring (8)

Who Treats Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy? Finding a Specialist
Myotonic Dystrophy vs. Muscular Dystrophy: How They Differ
Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy: Symptoms, Progression, and More
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Anesthesia: What To Consider

Biphosphonates (1)

DMD Gene Therapies and Treatments: How Do They Work?

Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure (Bi Pap) Machine (1)

Find the Best Muscular Dystrophy Treatment: 9 Options

Beta Blockers (8)

Does DMD Impact Life Expectancy? Improved Survival Rates
Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy: Causes, Symptoms, and Outlook
Muscular Dystrophy Life Expectancy: How Long Can You Live With Each Type?
Is Muscular Dystrophy Painful? What You Need To Know

Behavioral Therapy (1)

How Does Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Affect the Brain?

Assistive Devices Like Canes, Braces, And Wheelchairs (24)

Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy: Symptoms, Treatment, and More
Myotonic Dystrophy vs. Muscular Dystrophy: How They Differ
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Wheelchair Use: Tips and Tools
How To Make Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Care More Affordable

Assisted Ventilation (4)

8 Swallowing and Breathing Exercises for Muscular Dystrophy
Does DMD Impact Life Expectancy? Improved Survival Rates
Muscular Dystrophy Life Expectancy: How Long Can You Live With Each Type?
How To Make Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Care More Affordable

Amondys 45 (Casimersen) (6)

What Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy? Dystrophin, Gowers’ Sign, and More
DMD Gene Therapies and Treatments: How Do They Work?
Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy a Rare Disease? 7 Must-Knows
Can Exon-Skipping Therapy Help Treat DMD?

Agamree (Vamorolone) (3)

What Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy? Dystrophin, Gowers’ Sign, and More
Find the Best Muscular Dystrophy Treatment: 9 Options
DMD Gene Therapies and Treatments: How Do They Work?

Ace Inhibitors (8)

How Gower’s Sign Can Show Early Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)
Muscular Dystrophy Life Expectancy: How Long Can You Live With Each Type?
DMD Gene Therapies and Treatments: How Do They Work?
Duchenne vs. Becker Muscular Dystrophy: What Are the Differences?

Topics (62)

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Personal Stories (2)

8 Things I Wish I Knew About DMD Before My Son’s Diagnosis
4 Famous People With Muscular Dystrophy

News (10)

DMD Gene Therapies and Treatments: How Do They Work?
4 Early Signs of Muscular Dystrophy in Babies
Does DMD Affect the Heart? Cardiomyopathy, Heart Disease, and More
4 Famous People With Muscular Dystrophy

Expertise Level (32)

Spotting Duchenne Early: Support and Practical Advice
How Does Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Affect the Brain?
Is Muscular Dystrophy an Autoimmune Disease?
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Wheelchair Use: Tips and Tools

Format (53)

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Anesthesia: What To Consider
Is Swimming Resistance Training Safe for Muscular Dystrophy?
8 Swallowing and Breathing Exercises for Muscular Dystrophy
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Wheelchair Use: Tips and Tools

Multiple Diagnoses (16)

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Anxiety (4)

How Does Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Affect the Brain?
Is Muscular Dystrophy Painful? What You Need To Know
10 Tips for Overcoming Learning Disabilities With DMD
8 Muscular Dystrophy-Related Conditions: Psychiatric Conditions and More

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (Adhd) (4)

How Does Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Affect the Brain?
7 Signs of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
8 Muscular Dystrophy-Related Conditions: Psychiatric Conditions and More
10 Tips for Overcoming Learning Disabilities With DMD

Autism Spectrum Disorder (Asd) (3)

7 Signs of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
How Does Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Affect the Brain?
8 Muscular Dystrophy-Related Conditions: Psychiatric Conditions and More

Back Pain (1)

Stages of DMD: 10 Signs of Progression To Watch For

Cardiomyopathy (4)

Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy: Causes, Symptoms, and Outlook
Why Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Less Common in Girls?
Can Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Cause Enlarged Calves?
Does DMD Affect the Heart? Cardiomyopathy, Heart Disease, and More

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Cfs) (1)

Stages of DMD: 10 Signs of Progression To Watch For

Depression (3)

8 Muscular Dystrophy-Related Conditions: Psychiatric Conditions and More
Is Muscular Dystrophy Painful? What You Need To Know
10 Tips for Overcoming Learning Disabilities With DMD

Epilepsy (1)

8 Muscular Dystrophy-Related Conditions: Psychiatric Conditions and More

Heart Disease (2)

Does DMD Affect the Heart? Cardiomyopathy, Heart Disease, and More
Stages of DMD: 10 Signs of Progression To Watch For

Joint Pain (1)

Is Muscular Dystrophy Painful? What You Need To Know

Kidney Or Bladder Stones (1)

8 Muscular Dystrophy-Related Conditions: Psychiatric Conditions and More

Muscular Dystrophy (Md) (3)

Is Muscular Dystrophy an Autoimmune Disease?
7 Signs of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy: Symptoms, Progression, and More

Obesity (1)

8 Muscular Dystrophy-Related Conditions: Psychiatric Conditions and More

Scoliosis (9)

Is Muscular Dystrophy Painful? What You Need To Know
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Physical Therapy: What To Expect
7 Signs of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Why Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Less Common in Girls?

Sleep Apnea (1)

Why Is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Less Common in Girls?

Urinary Tract Infection (Uti) (1)

Stages of DMD: 10 Signs of Progression To Watch For

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