Becker Muscular Dystrophy
Becker Muscular Dystrophy is a neurologic term involving the brain, spinal pathways, peripheral nerves, neuromuscular function or a neurologic disease process.
The pattern produced by becker muscular dystrophy depends on which neural structures are affected and whether injury is focal, diffuse, inherited or progressive.
Motor, sensory, cognitive, behavioral or consciousness changes may provide clues that help localize the abnormality during examination.
Neurologic assessment may be supplemented by MRI, CT, electrophysiology, genetic testing, laboratory studies or cerebrospinal-fluid analysis.
Treatment targets the underlying cause while rehabilitation, symptom control and prevention of secondary complications preserve function.
Prognosis with becker muscular dystrophy varies substantially with disease mechanism, anatomical extent and how early effective treatment can be started.
Motor, sensory, cognitive, behavioral or consciousness changes may provide clues that help localize the abnormality during examination.
Neurologic assessment may be supplemented by MRI, CT, electrophysiology, genetic testing, laboratory studies or cerebrospinal-fluid analysis.
Treatment targets the underlying cause while rehabilitation, symptom control and prevention of secondary complications preserve function.
Prognosis with becker muscular dystrophy varies substantially with disease mechanism, anatomical extent and how early effective treatment can be started.
This information is for general awareness only and is not medical advice. Consult a doctor for any health concern.