- There is no known cure, though steroid drugs can slow the loss of muscle strength, and assisted ventilation drugs can help heart function
- 35% of all DMD cases are the result of a new random spontaneous genetic mutation
- Affects all races and cultures
- In 1986 the gene that causes DMD was identified
- Most common lethal genetic disorder diagnosed during childhood
- DMD worsens more rapidly than other types of Muscular Dystrophy and is considered the harshest form of the disease more than not.
Please recognize the hardships that families go through when their children have such a depressing disorder. Don't just be sad and move on. Make a change, donate money and help find cures to disorders such as DMD and other horrible diseases/disorders. Please keep in mind, you CAN help.
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