It is important to note that having a risk factor does not mean that one will get the condition. A risk factor increases one’s chances of getting a condition compared to an individual without the risk factors. Some risk factors are more important than others.
Also, not having a risk factor does not mean that an individual will not get the condition. It is always important to discuss the effect of risk factors with your healthcare provider.
Scapuloperoneal Myopathy is mostly an inherited disorder affecting the muscles.
Autosomal dominant: Autosomal dominant conditions are traits or disorders that are present when only one copy of the mutation is inherited on a non-sex chromosome. In these types of conditions, the individual has one normal copy and one mutant copy of the gene. The abnormal gene dominates, masking the effects of the correctly functioning gene. If an individual has an autosomal dominant condition, the chance of passing the abnormal gene on to their offspring is 50%. Children, who do not inherit the abnormal gene, will not develop the condition or pass it on to their offspring.
X-linked dominant: X-linked dominant conditions are traits or disorders that occur when one copy of an abnormal gene has been inherited on a sex chromosome (X or Y chromosome). In these types of conditions, the individual has one normal copy and one mutant copy of the gene. The abnormal gene is capable of causing the condition, even though the other gene is normal, because of a masking effect. If the mutant gene is on the father’s X chromosome, all daughters will inherit the disease but no sons will get it. If, however, the mother carries the abnormal X gene, both daughters and sons will have a 50% chance of inheriting the disease.
The symptoms of Scapuloperoneal Myopathy are reported to be generally limited to the shoulder blade area and the legs, below the knees. The symptoms begin in the shoulder area first, in most cases, and then progress to the legs. However, it is also possible for the symptoms to start in the legs first and subsequently move up to the shoulders.
The following are some known symptoms of Scapuloperoneal Myopathy in the affected body areas.
In rare cases, the muscles of the face might get affected as well.
The diagnosis of Scapuloperoneal Myopathy may involve eliminating other disorders with similar symptoms, such as facioscapulohumeral dystrophy. The following information may be required to arrive at an accurate diagnosis:
Many clinical conditions may have similar signs and symptoms. Your healthcare provider may perform additional tests to rule out other clinical conditions to arrive at a definitive diagnosis.
Scapuloperoneal Myopathy causes damage to the muscle, leading to their weakening. A multitude of complications may result because of this weakening. As the disorder progresses, the affected individual may become completely debilitated. Respiratory problems may also occur as progression of the disorder continues.
Additionally, medications used to treat myopathy might pose potential side effects such as:
The treatment measures for Scapuloperoneal Myopathy are geared toward managing the symptoms and decreasing the rate of progression. The following may be prescribed for effective management of symptoms to offer relief to the patients:
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