Distal myopathy, Welander type

Distal myopathy, Welander type: Introduction

Distal myopathy, Welander type: A very slowly progressing muscle fiber degeneration that starts as mild weakness in the small muscles of hands and feet and may eventually spread to neighboring muscles. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Distal myopathy, Welander type is available below.

Symptoms of Distal myopathy, Welander type

• Distal myopathy
• Muscle weakness
• Muscle wasting
• Muscle twitching
• Fevers
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Causes of Distal myopathy, Welander type

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Distal myopathy, Welander type: Broader Related Topics

• Muscle conditions
• Musculoskeletal conditions
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Definitions of Distal myopathy, Welander type:

Ophanet, a consortium of European partners, currently defines a condition rare when it affects 1 person per 2,000. They list Distal myopathy, Welander type as a "rare disease".
Source - Orphanet

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