Myotonic Dystrophy Definition, Causes and More
Article Sources
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5. Pregnancy and Myotonic Dystrophy
A future parent with myotonic dystrophy may worry about their child inheriting a more severe form or about their own health or their baby's during pregnancy. These worries are understandable, and seeking medical advice can help create the best health outcomes for parent and child.
A doctor who knows a pregnant person has myotonic dystrophy can monitor the pregnancy for complications. A genetic counselor can give a couple insight on how likely certain types or severities of myotonic dystrophy are to affect their children.3‘The Myotonic Dystrophies.’ Muscular Dystrophy UK, www.musculardystrophyuk.org/about-muscle-wasting-conditions/myotonic-dystrophy/myotonic-dystrophy-factsheet/.
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