MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY

WHAT IS THIS?

• Muscular dystrophy is a birth defect.
• This defect was discovered in the 1860s.
• There are multiple types of Muscular Dystrophy
• Prevents the patient from walking, causes muscle spasms, and poor balence
• In 1966, the Muscular Dystrophy Association began researching cures for this defect

CAUSES AND DIAGNOSIS

• conditions are generally inherited, different cases variate in inheritance patterns.
• diagnosis of muscular dystrophy is based on the results of muscle biopsy
• examination and the patient's medical history will help the doctor determine the type of muscular dystrophy.

PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT

• There is no known cure for muscular dystrophy
• There is no specific treatment for forms of this defect
• Major steps are being taken in the research to cure this disease
• High dietary intake of lean meats is advised in prevention
• Decreased intake of refined foods is also advised