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I have pain in my thighs at irregular intervals(for the past 3 months).my calves have been enlarged for a long time. i fear this is muscular dystrophy?
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If you're not: weak when you try to stand, and you walk ok, MD is very unlikely. Pain in muscles could bemany things.Talk to your Dr.
Answered 6/14/2016
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