Is Muscular Dystrophy Fatal?

Some types of muscular dystrophy, such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy in boys, are deadly. Other types cause little disability and people have a normal lifespan.

Is muscular dystrophy life-threatening?

Muscular dystrophy is a group of over 30 conditions that lead to muscle weakness and degeneration. As the condition progresses, it becomes harder to move. In some cases, it can affect breathing and heart function, leading to life-threatening complications.

Does muscular dystrophy kill you?

Symptoms can kill. These treatment options help with treating the symptoms from muscular dystrophy. According to MDA, the life expectancy for those born with DMD is in the early 30s because of advances in cardiac and respiratory care.