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What is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)? A Closer Look at This Rare but Devastating Muscle Disorder Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is a name that often enters a family’s life unexpectedly — usually with a young boy’s struggle to keep up with his peers. It’s a genetic muscle-wasting disease that gradually weakens the body, turning everyday actions into challenges. Although DMD is a serious condition, greater awareness, early diagnosis, and emerging treatments are giving families hope. In this article, we’ll explore what Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy is, its causes, symptoms, stages, and available treatments. Definition Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is a rare genetic disorder that causes progressive muscle weakness and degeneration . It primarily affects boys , usually appearing between the ages of 2 and 5 . DMD occurs due to a mutation in the DMD gene , which prevents the body from producing dystrophin — a protein essential for keeping muscles strong and intact. With...