APPLIED RADIOLOGICAL ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Muscular dystrophy (MD) refers to a group of more than 30 genetic diseases that cause progressive weakness and degeneration of skeletal muscles used during voluntary movement. These disorders vary in age of onset, severity, and pattern of affected muscles.

Detailed explanation-2: -The muscular dystrophies (MD) are a group of inherited genetic conditions that gradually cause the muscles to weaken, leading to an increasing level of disability. MD is a progressive condition, which means it gets worse over time.

Detailed explanation-3: -Each type of muscular dystrophy is passed on by a different gene, and they all have different courses. However, all of the disorders are always progressive (worsen over time), and always involve destruction and death of muscle fibers at some stage of the disease. MD can begin in infancy, childhood, or adulthood.

Detailed explanation-4: -MD is caused by mutations (alterations) in the genes responsible for healthy muscle structure and function. The mutations mean that the cells that should maintain your muscles can no longer fulfil this role, leading to muscle weakness and progressive disability.

Detailed explanation-5: -Frequent falls. Difficulty rising from a lying or sitting position. Trouble running and jumping. Waddling gait. Walking on the toes. Large calf muscles. Muscle pain and stiffness. Learning disabilities. More items •11-Feb-2022