myotonic dystrophy

Myotonic dystrophy is a long-term genetic disorder that affects muscle function. It is a type of muscular dystrophy. Symptoms include gradually worsening muscle loss and weakness. Muscles often contract and are unable to relax. Other symptoms may include cataracts, intellectual disability and heart conduction problems. In men, there may be early balding and an inability to have children.Myotonic dystrophy is an autosomal dominant disorder which is typically inherited from a person's parents. There ...