About Myotonic Dystrophy...
Here is a quick definition from Wikipedia:
Myotonic dystrophy (dystrophia myotonica, DM) is a chronic, slowly progressing, highly variable inherited multisystemic disease that can manifest at any age from birth to old age. It is characterized by wasting of the muscles (muscular dystrophy), posterior subcapsular iridescent cataracts (opacity of the lens of the eyes), heart conduction defects, endocrine changes and myotonia (difficulty relaxing a muscle). Most notably, the highly variable age of onset decreases with successive generations. Thus the disease shows at an earlier age in successive generations, a phenomenon termed anticipation. There are two classifications of DM, each having different associated symptoms.
Myotonic dystrophy (dystrophia myotonica, DM) is a chronic, slowly progressing, highly variable inherited multisystemic disease that can manifest at any age from birth to old age. It is characterized by wasting of the muscles (muscular dystrophy), posterior subcapsular iridescent cataracts (opacity of the lens of the eyes), heart conduction defects, endocrine changes and myotonia (difficulty relaxing a muscle). Most notably, the highly variable age of onset decreases with successive generations. Thus the disease shows at an earlier age in successive generations, a phenomenon termed anticipation. There are two classifications of DM, each having different associated symptoms.
Useful Links:
- Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation
- The Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation (MDF) is a patient advocacy group dedicated to leading and mobilizing resources toward effective management, treatment, and a cure for myotonic dystrophy, a common form of muscular dystrophy. This inherited disorder can appear at any age and can manifest itself differently in each individual. It affects not only muscle groups but also many other body systems such as the heart, lungs, brain and GI tract, among others. With guidance from our advisors, who together have devoted more than ninety years to the research and treatment of myotonic dystrophy, the MDF offers information to help navigate the disease process.
- Wikipedia on Myotonic Dystrophy
- Wikipedia on article Myotonic Dystrophy.
- Disease Information from the Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation
- About the disease section from Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation. (Myotonic.com)
Causes...
Myotonic dystrophy (DM) is a genetic --- or inherited --- disease. It occurs when there is a change, called a mutation, in a gene that can be passed on to future generations. More detailed information can be found by clicking here.
Myotonic Dystrophy Glossary
A good Myotonic Dystrophy Glossary can be found at this link.
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Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation
The Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation (MDF) is a patient advocacy group dedicated to leading and mobilizing resources toward effective management, treatment, and a cure for myotonic dystrophy, a common form of muscular dystrophy. This inherited disorder can appear at any age and can manifest itself differently in each individual. It affects not only muscle groups but also many other body systems such as the heart, lungs, brain and GI tract, among others. With guidance from our advisors, who together have devoted more than ninety years to the research and treatment of myotonic dystrophy, the MDF offers information to help navigate the disease process.
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Some of the first common complaints in adults...
- Muscle weakness, most commonly seen in the arms, face, neck and often legs.
- Progressive muscle wasting.
- Stiffness and difficulty relaxing a muscle (myotonia).
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