Disabilities and Diagnosis

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Alternative Names
Childhood Muscular D, DMD, Muscular Dystrophy, , Progressive Muscular, Pseudohypertrophic M

Description
Duchenne’s is a hereditary and degenerative condition of the voluntary muscles and is characterized by a weakening and wasting of the muscles. There may be some intellectual impairment.

Useful Links

Muscular Dystrophy Association of New Zealand

A non-profit association website offering specialised information regarding neuromuscular conditions, promotion and education, research, news and events and other support services.

Muscular Dystrophy Australia:

A parent support page offering an overview of the condition, medical information and further support:

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