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Muscular dystrophies & myopathies

Can MRI of muscles help differentiate different myopathies? 

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) has become an increasingly important tool for doctors when investigating muscle weakness and suspected myopathies. While blood tests…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Muscular dystrophies & myopathies

How are muscular dystrophies diagnosed by UK specialists? 

The process of diagnosing muscular dystrophy involves a structured clinical pathway designed to identify the specific type of muscle disorder and its…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Muscular dystrophies & myopathies

Are childhood myopathies diagnosed differently? 

Childhood myopathies involve a distinct diagnostic approach compared to adult cases, primarily because symptoms often manifest as delays in physical…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS
Muscular dystrophies & myopathies

Can myopathies mimic other muscle disorders? 

Myopathy is a broad medical term used to describe diseases that primarily affect the voluntary muscles, often resulting in weakness…
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Author: Harry Whitmore, Medical Student Reviewed by: Dr. Stefan Petrov, MBBS