Muscular Dystrophy / Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy - FAQs

Creator: Dr. Varshini Jayaraman
Keywords: Muscular dystrophy, Duchenne Dystrophy, DMD FAQs, DMD prognosis, DMD prevention, genetic counseling, at-risk families, walking difficulty

Written by - Dr. Varshini Jayaraman, Ph.D.

Medically Reviewed by - Dr. Ramya Ananthakrishnan, MD

Last Updated on Apr 30, 2016

Q: Which doctor should be consulted if there is a patient of Muscular dystrophy?

A: A child specialist should first be consulted, however for long term management many a team of doctors including physiotherapist, chest specialist, orthopedicians are required.

Q: What is the prognosis of DMD?

A: DMD is a progressive disorder and the patient usually dies before age 25.

Q: Can DMD be prevented?

A: DMD is a genetic disorder. There are no tests to detect DMD in a child before birth. However, genetic counseling helps in the identification of at risk families.

Q: When does a doctor suspect Duchenne Dystrophy (DMD)?

A: DMD is suspected when boys present with walking difficulties usually around the age of 2 or 3 years.

Published on Apr 01, 2008
Last Updated on Apr 30, 2016

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