Symptoms of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)
Internet URL
http://www.parentprojectmd.org/site/PageServer?pagename=und_symptoms 
Sponsoring Agency
Parent Project for Muscular Dystrophy Research, Inc.
Description
The progression of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) leads to many physical symptoms that typically affect different portions of the body, including the back (spine), legs, feet, joints and tendons. This page discusses the progression of DMD symptoms (in order of occurrence), including general weakness, overdeveloped calves, lordosis, feet, joint and tendon cord elasticity, scoliosis, speech/intellectual handicaps, and respiratory problems.