What is congenital muscular dystrophy?

Also known as: CMD

Congenital muscular dystrophy refers to a group of muscular dystrophies that are present at birth or shortly afterward. They involve muscle weakness, joint stiffness and other symptoms that impact a child’s ability to move, breathe and even learn.    

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Reviewed by: Migvis Monduy, MD

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