Muscular Dystrophy







by Leora

The effects of Muscular

What are the effects?

Some of the effects of Muscular dystrophy are scoliosis, and weakening of muscles that help the body move . It also effects posture and breathing.

What causes Muscular Dystrophy?

Missing or incorrect informationin the genes

Another way you can get it is with a damaged X chromosome

Is there a cure or treatment for Muscular Dystrophy?

There is no cure for Muscular Dystrophy

There are therapy and sugery to reduce pain

Are there preventions for Muscular Dystrophy?

Muscular Ddstrophy cannot be prevented but there DNA tests to be prepared

Interesting facts about Muscular Dystrophy?

There are over 8 different types of Muscular Dystrophy

Symptoms can start from ages2-6

Symptoms can also start to show up in a middle aged person