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Becker’s Dystrophy

Description

  • The muscular dystrophies (MDs) are a group of inherited disorders characterised by progressive muscle wasting and weakness.
  • Becker's muscular dystrophy (BMD) is similar to the more common muscular dystrophy, known as Duchenne's muscular dystrophy (DMD), but the clinical course is milder.
  • Becker's dystrophy affects 1 in 17,000 live births.

Fact sheets

Training / Help

SEaTSS can support students with this condition.

To refer to SEATSS please use this link:

https://eforms.redbridge.gov.uk/single-point-of-access-referral-form-for-education-support/

Videos

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Becker’s Dystrophy

A young man talking about his experience of Becker's Dystrophy. This video is in response to 2006 Muscular Dystrophy Documentary.

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