Obtaining an accurate muscular dystrophy diagnosis is one of the challenges the condition presents.
When this protein is malfunctioning properly or is absent, muscular wasting and weakness occur.
Testing for this protein, amongst other tests, helps properly diagnose muscular dystrophy.
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An analysis of symptoms also helps differentiate between the nine different types of muscular dystrophy.
They are differentiated by their clinical presentation.
Self-Check/At-Home Testing
The initial diagnosis of muscular dystrophy is usually made when the onset of symptoms occur.
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Taking note of how your body is workingand changingcan lead you to suspect muscular dystrophy.
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Muscular dystrophy is a genetic disease and is inherited from one of your parents.
A family history of the condition is also a clue that the disease is causing your symptoms.
This is used to evaluate muscle bulk and tissue.
Other conditions may also cause muscle weakness.
He or she can perform a comprehensive examination and rule in or out a diagnosis of muscular dystrophy.
Less invasive prenatal tests are also being developed.
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