FAQ

It is the condition that  leads to muscle weakness and degeneration. As the condition progresses, it becomes harder to move. It can affect breathing and heart function, which can be life threatening. Depending on the type and severity of a person’s MD, the effects can be mild, progressing slowly over an average life span. In other cases, it can be aggressive, progressing quickly and shortening a person’s life.

There is currently no way to prevent or reverse MD. However, different kinds of therapy and drug treatment can improve a person’s quality of life and delay the progression of symptoms. If you have the disease, these steps can help you enjoy a better quality of life: Eat a healthy diet to prevent malnutrition, nutritional supplements. Drink lots of water to avoid dehydration and constipation

Duchenne muscular dystrophy is the most common type of muscular dystrophy. The life expectancy for this type is around the ages of 16 to the early 20s

Neurologist “In some ways the neurologist becomes the primary care doctor for people with muscular dystrophy, and often follows them through their lifetime. Aneurologist can confirm the diagnosis through a variety of tests. Electromyography (EMG) is used to evaluate muscle function.

​Enzyme tests. Damaged muscles release enzymes, such as creatine kinase (CK), into your blood.
Genetic testing
Muscle biopsy
Heart-monitoring tests (electrocardiography and echocardiogram).
Lung-monitoring tests. ...
Electromyography

Trouble using arms and walking. Some people with muscular dystrophy eventually need to use a wheelchair.

Shortening of muscles or tendons around joints.

Breathing problems.

Curved spine.

Heart problems

Swallowing problems.

It leads to progressively worsening disability, and most children with DMD need to use a wheelchair by the age of 12. DMD ultimately results in death at an early age.

A genetic counselor can explain the cause of muscular dystrophy, the typical symptoms, and course of the disorder The genetic counselor will also consider the immediate and extended family to determine who else could be impacted by the disorder.

The Muscular Dystrophy Clinic at Nationwide Children's is nationally recognized for leading research and clinical care for patients with any of the muscular dystrophy types.

For more information, click on the following link: https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/specialties/muscular-dystrophy-clinic#:~:text=The%20

Even with conventional medicines muscle dystrophy can't be cured, but the symptoms can be reduced. Ayurveda takes a holistic approach to correcting the problems which include oral medications, food as well as exercises in the form of yoga.With my own experience I would strongly recommend Ayurvedic treatment since it helps in improving stamina, immunity and slows down the muscular deterioration.