Muscles

Myopathy is a muscle disease that occurs when muscle fibers do not move resulting in weakness and in some extreme cases immobility. It can be caused by inherited genetic effects, or by endocrine inflammatory and metabolic disorders. There are a few causes of Myopathy, it is most commonly developed at an early age but in some cases it can develop later in life. Most of the time Myopathy is a degenerative form; but sometimes it can be caused by drug side effects, chemical poisoning or a chronic immune system disorder. When Myopathy is inherited, a genetic defect causes a lack with one of the proteins needed for normal muscle cell function. Treatment for Myopathy can sometimes depend on the cause, however most doctors normally center on your muscle weakness, twitching, spasms, cramping and/or stiffness. Most of the time, the physician will suggest some lifestyle modifications, and possible start the patient on some drug therapy, physical therapy, they may recommend wearing a brace for support, acupuncture has been known to help with treatment or in severe cases surgery can also be an option. Myopathy is rare but in recent years the diagnosis of this condition is increasing in the United States.

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