mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy
mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Also known as: mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with limb-girdle weakness, mtDNA deletion syndrome with limb-girdle weakness, mtDNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy, progressive external ophthalmoplegia with mitochondrial DNA deletions, autosomal dominant type 6, PEOA6, progressive external ophthalmoplegia with mitochondrial DNA deletions, autosomal dominant 6.
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Symptoms associated with mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy
The following symptoms have been associated with mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Dyspnea
Difficult or labored breathing. Dyspnea is a subjective feeling only the patient can rate, e.g., on a Borg sca...
Exertional dyspnea
Perceived difficulty to breathe that occurs with exercise or exertion and improves with rest....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Myalgia
Pain in muscle....
Ophthalmoparesis
Ophthalmoplegia is a paralysis or weakness of one or more of the muscles that control eye movement....
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 ...
Shoulder girdle muscle weakness
The shoulder, or pectoral, girdle is composed of the clavicles and the scapulae. Shoulder-girdle weakness refe...
Tests used to investigate mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive 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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These conditions share symptoms with mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy?
mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy is a health condition described in medical literature. mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy?
mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy is associated with 8 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Depression, Dyspnea, Exertional dyspnea, Muscle weakness, Myalgia, Ophthalmoparesis. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive 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 mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.