EBOOK Myotonic Dystrophy

Myotonic dystrophy is part of the group of muscular dystrophies. It is the        commonest inherited muscular dystrophy and has a profound effect on individuals who        are diagnosed with the disease and their families. It is present for many decades of        a patient's life but, unlike the other dystrophies, it also affects the organs in        the body, making this a very distinctive disorder, and a very troubling one for        those close to it.When the first edition of Myotonic Dystropy: The Facts published        in 2002, it was widely appreciated by families, support groups, professionals and        reviewers for its simple and clear approach to key practical questions. This new        edition retains the same successful structure, but now includes new material on the        recognition of the distinct 'type 2 myotonic dystrophy', which had only just been        identified at the time of the first edition. Further explanation of the advances in        basic understandingof myotonic dystrophy, and additional coverage of the new        approaches to therapy and management of the condition are also included, as well as        comprehensive discussion of the recent on-going worldwide research.New to this        edition are 'Key Facts' at the beginning of each chapter, 'frequently asked        question' boxes, and up-to-date contact details for worldwide myotonic dystrophy        support groups.