Hi,
I'm very sorry if this post is insensitive in any way but I would be grateful for any advice from those who know more about early signs of duchenne muscular dystrophy.
My family have a history of duchenne muscular dystrophy (my maternal uncle had it and my aunt is a carrier). I was lucky enough to have genetic counselling at st Thomas' and was told my sister and I only have 1% chance of being carriers which is great news. I went on to have a boy who is now beginning to cruise and walk.
I find myself often worrying that he may have the dmd even though I know this is very unlikely. I know my worries are irrational in many ways and I'm probably just looking for something to worry about.
I am asking if anyone knows of the early signs of dmd? Are there things I should be looking out for? All of the googling I've done suggests symptoms may not become clear until 3 or older and to look for stair climbing gait etc.
Thank you in advance for any advice.
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duchenne muscular dystrophy worries (apologies if insensitive)
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TheNewbyNewt · 04/02/2016 09:30
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