Muscular dystrophy

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What Is Muscular Dystrophy, the Condition Gilbert Gottfried Died ... (Prevention.com)

Comedian Gilbert Gottfried died from complications of muscular dystrophy. Experts explain what myotonic muscular dystrophy is, the symptoms of muscular ...

“Myotonic dystrophies are definitely on the more severe side.” While it’s possible to die from complications of muscular dystrophy, many people can lead a long and healthy life with the condition, Dr. Elsheikh says. Certain medications like glucocorticoids, anticonvulsants, immunosuppressants, and beta blockers can also help with muscle strength and spasms. “The treatments are basically supportive. - Myotonic muscular dystrophy - Duchenne muscular dystrophy

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Life Cycle: Disease That Killed Comic Gilbert Gottfried Could Be ... (Newsweek)

Gilbert Gottfried died April 12 after a degenerative form of muscular dystrophy triggered heart failure.

There is no cure for it and only regular exercise helps you achieve better function." Tarnopolsky said that MD is the most commonly diagnosed type of muscular dystrophy in adults and the second most prevalent of all muscular dystrophies. A form of muscular dystrophy that took the life of comedian Gilbert Gottfried could be treated with regular bouts of cycling, a leading neuromuscular expert has revealed.

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