Muscular dystrophy

Muscular dystrophy

Also known as: Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD)

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a rare muscle disorder, but it is one of the most frequent genetic conditions, affecting approximately 1 in 3,500 male births worldwide. It is usually recognized at 3 to 6 years of age.

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