Muscle weakness in Duchenne muscular dystrophy can lead to symptoms related to mobility, coordination, posture, and breathing, as well as other health effects. Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a ...

Thirteen years of work by two leaders in Binghamton University's School of Pharmacy produced a drug designed to ease the symptoms of Duchenne muscular dystrophy while being free of commonly seen side ...

Early screening for Duchenne muscular dystrophy can help you get early treatments and referrals for your child to help prevent further loss of muscle tissue. Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a ...

DMD is the result of mutations in the dystrophin gene located on the X chromosome. These mutations lead to the absence or dysfunction of the dystrophin protein, which is essential for muscle stability ...

DMD is a rare and incurable pediatric disease caused by mutations in the gene encoding dystrophin, a protein critical for muscle function, including the heart. Patients with DMD slowly lose muscle ...

There is no cure for DMD, but treatments can slow the progression of the disease and help improve quality of life. Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a chronic condition that causes a gradual loss ...

Sen. Roger Wicker urges states to add Duchenne muscular dystrophy to newborn screening, after federal health officials back ...