Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy
Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
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Symptoms associated with Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy
The following symptoms have been associated with Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....
Fatigable weakness of bulbar muscles
A type of weakness of the bulbar muscles (muscles of the mouth and throat responsible for speech and swallowin...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Foot dorsiflexor weakness
Weakness of the muscles responsible for dorsiflexion of the foot, that is, of the movement of the toes towards...
Generalized muscle weakness
Generalized weakness or decreased strength of the muscles, affecting both distal and proximal musculature....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Hoarse voice
Hoarseness refers to a change in the pitch or quality of the voice, with the voice sounding weak, very breathy...
Intercostal muscle weakness
Lack of strength of the intercostal muscles, i.e., of the muscle groups running along the ribs that create and...
Pelvic girdle muscle weakness
Weakness of the muscles of the pelvic girdle (also known as the hip girdle), that is, lack of strength of the ...
Poor appetite
A reduced desire to eat....
Progressive muscle weakness
Information about Progressive muscle weakness....
Respiratory insufficiency due to muscle weakness
Information about Respiratory insufficiency due to muscle weakness....
Shoulder girdle muscle weakness
The shoulder, or pectoral, girdle is composed of the clavicles and the scapulae. Shoulder-girdle weakness refe...
Weakness of facial musculature
Reduced strength of one or more muscles innervated by the facial nerve (the seventh cranial nerve)....
Weakness of muscles of respiration
Reduced function of the muscles required to generate subatmospheric pressure in the thoracic cavity during bre...
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy?
Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy is a health condition described in medical literature. Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy?
Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy is associated with 17 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Dysphagia, Failure to thrive, Fatigable weakness of bulbar muscles, Fatigue, Foot dorsiflexor weakness, Generalized muscle weakness. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.