LGMD Fact

Research and understanding are evolving: Research is ongoing, and our understanding of LGMD is continuously advancing. New therapies and insights may emerge in the...

LGMD Fact

Not the same as other muscle diseases: LGMD is distinct from other muscular dystrophies like Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) or myotonic dystrophy (DM), each with its own characteristics and underlying genetic...

LGMD Fact

Treatment options: There is currently no cure for LGMD, but various treatments, therapies, and management strategies can help improve quality of life and manage...

LGMD Fact

Not always inherited from both parents: LGMD can be inherited in an autosomal dominant or recessive manner. In some cases, only one parent needs to carry the mutated gene for a child to be affected. The gene can also be ‘de novo’ or new, occurring for the first time...

LGMD Fact

Not contagious or preventable: LGMD is a genetic disorder, so it’s not contagious, and there is no way to prevent its occurrence if someone carries the relevant genetic...

LGMD Fact

Age of onset varies: LGMD can manifest at different ages, from childhood to adulthood, it’s not limited to a specific age...