20 Important Things You Need to Know About DMD Genetic Testing
DMD genetic testing for Duchenne muscular dystrophy involves analyzing a person's DNA to look for mutations in the dystrophin gene. This gene is responsible...
What is Creatine Kinase (CK)? What Does High Creatine Kinase Mean?
Creatine Kinase (CK), also known as creatine phosphokinase (CPK), is an enzyme found in various tissues of the body, including the heart, brain, and...
How do I Know if My Child has Muscular Dystrophy?
Muscular dystrophy (MD) is a group of genetic disorders characterized by progressive muscle weakness and degeneration. Early signs of muscular dystrophy in children can...
What are The Differences Between Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and Becker Muscular Dystrophy?
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) and Becker Muscular Dystrophy (BMD) are both genetic disorders that affect the muscles, causing progressive weakness and wasting, but they...
What does DMD Warrior mean?
A DMD Warrior (aka Duchenne Warrior) is a term used to describe individuals who are diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a rare genetic disorder...