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 muscles around the pelvis.
Also called: Hip girdle muscle weakness, Hip girdle weakness, Hip-girdle muscle weakness, Pelvic girdle weakness.
Conditions associated with pelvic girdle muscle weakness
The following conditions have been associated with pelvic girdle muscle weakness in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Adult-onset multiple mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome due to DGUOK deficiency
Adult-onset multiple mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome due to DGUOK deficiency is a medical condition that m...
Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy
Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympto...
Distal myotilinopathy
Distal myotilinopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Glycogen storage disease due to liver and muscle phosphorylase kinase deficiency
Glycogen storage disease due to liver and muscle phosphorylase kinase deficiency is a medical condition that m...
Miyoshi myopathy
Miyoshi myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Muscular dystrophy, limb-girdle, type 1E
Muscular dystrophy, limb-girdle, type 1E is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Myopathy and diabetes mellitus
Myopathy and diabetes mellitus is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Neutral lipid storage disease with myopathy
Neutral lipid storage disease with myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptom...
Plectin-related limb-girdle muscular dystrophy R17
Plectin-related limb-girdle muscular dystrophy R17 is a medical condition that may be associated with various ...
Pure mitochondrial myopathy
Pure mitochondrial myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Steinert myotonic dystrophy
Steinert myotonic dystrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
autosomal recessive limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2H
Autosomal recessive limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2H (LGMD2H) is a mild subtype of autosomal recessive l...
congenital myopathy 7A, myosin storage, autosomal dominant
congenital myopathy 7A, myosin storage, autosomal dominant is a medical condition that may be associated with ...
inclusion body myopathy with Paget disease of bone and frontotemporal dementia type 1
A rare autosomal dominant inherited disorder caused by mutations in the VCP gene. It can affect the muscles, b...
mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy
mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome with progressive myopathy is a medical condition that may be associated wi...
myofibrillar myopathy 2
Any autosomal dominant distal myopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the CRYAB gene....
myopathy, myofibrillar, 9, with early respiratory failure
myopathy, myofibrillar, 9, with early respiratory failure is a medical condition that may be associated with v...
nemaline myopathy 5C, autosomal dominant
nemaline myopathy 5C, autosomal dominant is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
polyglucosan body myopathy type 2
Any polyglucosan body myopathy in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the GYG1 gene....
Tests providers may use to investigate pelvic girdle muscle weakness
When investigating pelvic girdle muscle weakness, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. 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 ...
Fasting Glucose
Measures blood sugar after fasting to screen for diabetes and prediabetes....
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Reflects average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months....
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside pelvic girdle muscle weakness
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if pelvic girdle muscle weakness is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom pelvic girdle muscle weakness mean?
Pelvic girdle muscle weakness is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Weakness of the muscles of the pelvic girdle (also known as the hip girdle), that is, lack of strength of the muscles around the pelvis.
Which conditions are associated with pelvic girdle muscle weakness?
Pelvic girdle muscle weakness has been reported in association with 19 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Adult-onset multiple mitochondrial DNA deletion syndrome due to DGUOK deficiency, Congenital fiber-type disproportion myopathy, Distal myotilinopathy, Glycogen storage disease due to liver and muscle phosphorylase kinase deficiency, Miyoshi myopathy. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about pelvic girdle muscle weakness?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.