Glucocorticoid Use in DMD Patients and Impact on Growth Effect
A childhood hereditary disorder known as Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is characterized by increasing muscle weakening and degradation. It mainly affects men and results...
Nutrition Guideline for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: Foods to Eat and Avoid
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is a genetic disorder that leads to muscle degeneration and weakness. While there's no specific diet to cure DMD, maintaining...
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...