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I have fshd muscular dystrophy 55 years old. 1 yea 1 year ago?
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What is question?: What's your question? Yes, it occurs in adult patients. Yes it is inherited but you might be the first affected member of your family. It is often slowly progressive with an extended functional period.
Answered 2/27/2013
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