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Duchenne muscular dystrophy is the most common
fatal genetic disorder diagnosed in childhood,
affecting approximately 1 in every 3,500 live male
births.
Duchenne results in progressive loss of strength and
is caused by a mutation in the gene that encodes for
dystrophin. Because dystrophin is absent, the muscle
cells are easily damaged. The progressive muscle
weakness leads to serious medical problems,
particularly issues relating to the heart and lungs.
Young men with Duchenne typically live into their late
twenties.
Becker muscular dystrophy, which is less severe than
Duchenne, occurs when dystrophin is manufactured,
but not in the normal form or amount. Because of this
disparity in the severity of the different forms of these
disorders, we will refer primarily to Duchenne
throughout this site.
Duchenne can be passed from parent to child, but
approximately 35% of cases occur because of a
random spontaneous mutation. In other words, it can
affect anyone. Although there are medical treatments
that may help slow its progression, there is currently
no cure for Duchenne.
Typically, boys with Duchenne lose their ability to walk
between the ages of ten and fourteen. By their late
teens, young men lose the strength in their upper
bodies, including the ability to move their arms. Also
during their teenage years, young men with Duchenne
usually need help with breathing at night.
Over time, their breathing or respiratory systems
weaken, and they require constant support. Young
men with Duchenne typically survive into their twenties
or early thirties.
While there’s currently no cure, with informed and
timely treatment, boys with Duchenne can maintain
their independence, walk, and live longer than ever
before.
fatal genetic disorder diagnosed in childhood,
affecting approximately 1 in every 3,500 live male
births.
Duchenne results in progressive loss of strength and
is caused by a mutation in the gene that encodes for
dystrophin. Because dystrophin is absent, the muscle
cells are easily damaged. The progressive muscle
weakness leads to serious medical problems,
particularly issues relating to the heart and lungs.
Young men with Duchenne typically live into their late
twenties.
Becker muscular dystrophy, which is less severe than
Duchenne, occurs when dystrophin is manufactured,
but not in the normal form or amount. Because of this
disparity in the severity of the different forms of these
disorders, we will refer primarily to Duchenne
throughout this site.
Duchenne can be passed from parent to child, but
approximately 35% of cases occur because of a
random spontaneous mutation. In other words, it can
affect anyone. Although there are medical treatments
that may help slow its progression, there is currently
no cure for Duchenne.
Typically, boys with Duchenne lose their ability to walk
between the ages of ten and fourteen. By their late
teens, young men lose the strength in their upper
bodies, including the ability to move their arms. Also
during their teenage years, young men with Duchenne
usually need help with breathing at night.
Over time, their breathing or respiratory systems
weaken, and they require constant support. Young
men with Duchenne typically survive into their twenties
or early thirties.
While there’s currently no cure, with informed and
timely treatment, boys with Duchenne can maintain
their independence, walk, and live longer than ever
before.
My son Gabe was diagnosed with
muscular dystrophy a few months ago.
It is my job as a mother to help my son.
I plan to do this by raising money to
fund research.
muscular dystrophy a few months ago.
It is my job as a mother to help my son.
I plan to do this by raising money to
fund research.
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