Genetic Disorder: Muscular Dystrophy by Daniella Magos https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i by Daniella Magos and Jeremy Mejia en-us 2023-02-28 03:11:55 UTC 2023-03-08 07:32:57 UTC hello@padlet.com 1. Muscular Dystrophy daniellam151 https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508023518 Muscular dystrophy is the main name of this disorder, although it can be known as MD. Given that it is mainly group of diseases of over more than 30 different diseases that each of them can cause weakness and loss of muscle mass.]]> 2023-03-08 04:32:18 UTC https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508023518 2. What causes muscular dystrophy daniellam151 https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508036442 There are genes that are responsible for the structure and function of a person's muscles. This gene makes certain protein that protect the muscle fiber. Muscular Dystrophy takes place when one of the genes is defective. This mutation causes the changes in the muscle fibres that have contact with the muscles ability to function. In one of the diseases known as DMD it is known that the X chromosome is affected. ]]> 2023-03-08 04:46:39 UTC https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508036442 3. Prenatal Tests daniellam151 https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508061004 The only way one can know if their child has muscular dystrophy is with genetic testing. There are two main ways in prenatal diagnosis one way is known as chronic villus sampling (CVS), this is when you remove tissue from the placenta for analysis, which is mostly used after 11 weeks into the pregnancy. Another way is known as the amniocentesis which is when a needle is inserted into the abdomen so that a sample of amniotic fluid that surrounds the foetus can be taken, this method isn't used until 15-16 weeks of pregnancy. ]]> 2023-03-08 05:12:13 UTC https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508061004 4.Diagnosing Muscular Dystrophy daniellam151 https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508071395 There are different ways into diagnosing muscular dystrophy, many tests are available if necessary, there is an enzyme and protein blood test that can check for creatine kinase( elevated levels of enzymes) having high levels can be seen as muscule damage, electromyography(EMG) helps measure the electrical activity of muscles and the nerves, a muscle biopsy where a sample of small tissue is removed to be tested, and other ways such as blood tests or seeing if the person has any symptoms. ]]> 2023-03-08 05:23:01 UTC https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508071395 5. How does a person get MD? daniellam151 https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508084227 Muscular Dystrophy is caused by mutations in the genes but there are certain types of muscular dystrophy that at times is inherited. Although, some mutations are often inherited later on from their parents.]]> 2023-03-08 05:37:54 UTC https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508084227 7. Which population is affected? https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508094166 Muscular dystrophy is prominent in boys and estimated to be 1 in every 3,500 males at birth. It is a rare condition as it has affected 250,000 people in the US.]]> 2023-03-08 05:48:46 UTC https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508094166 8. Are there treatments or cures? https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508097010 Unfortunately, there are no known cures for Muscular Dystrophy. Although, there are treatments that can help with the condition. This can be the use of steroids or other supplemental treatments.]]> 2023-03-08 05:51:43 UTC https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508097010 9. What is the long-term outlook for this condition? https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508102102 Since there are different types of severity levels it may vary in terms of life span affect. Typically, the life span remains the same although with life long complications. Some of these may include trouble with the use of arms or shortening of muscles/tendons.]]> 2023-03-08 05:57:21 UTC https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508102102 6. Symptoms of Muscular Dystrophy daniellam151 https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508103966 Symptoms can be noticed when they find it difficult to climb the stairs, unable to play sports as they used to, and finding it difficult to lift objects, muscle weakness, enlarged calf muscles, breathing problems, muscle pain, stiff or loose joints, enlarged calf muscles, each depending on the type of muscular dystrophy that is diagnosed or age/ muscle groups it is affecting. ]]> 2023-03-08 05:59:24 UTC https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508103966 10. What is the current status of research? https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508106637 Currently, researchers have identified which genes that have mutations may cause this disorder. There are also research programs that collect information on muscular dystrophy to further improve treatment.]]> 2023-03-08 06:02:23 UTC https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508106637 11. Support Groups https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508114181 One of the treatments for this conditions does involve support groups, which are readily available. These are available to families and patients. An association known is MDA (Muscular Dystrophy Association) is a popular group among many.]]> 2023-03-08 06:10:28 UTC https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508114181 Work Cited daniellam151 https://padlet.com/daniellam151/a6f98bzzbhlnoh1i/wish/2508128067 “Providing Help and Hope | Muscular Dystrophy Association.” Muscular Dystrophy Association, 15 Dec. 2015, www.mda.org/services.
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