Congenital myotonic dystrophy
Congenital myotonic dystrophy is the early childhood form of myotonic dystrophy. It occurs only when the mother already has myotonic dystrophy. The condition is usually identified at birth or soon after; myotonic means "involving muscle stiffness"; and dystrophy, "muscle wasting and weakness". This condition is rare.
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Support is also available from the Myotonic Dystrophy Support Group website, or by contacting them on 0115 987 0080.
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