Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a rare genetic disorder that affects motor neurons, leading to progressive muscle weakness and potentially life-threatening complications. This is why it’s crucial to know the warning signs. Here’s what you should look for.
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Spinal muscular atrophy causes muscle weakness and wasting and in turn, it can make it difficult for the person to walk, stand, and in some cases, even swallow or breathe. This is why it’s important to get informed. Here’s what you need to know about SMA.
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Spinal muscular atrophy is a neurodegenerative disease that causes the misfiring of neurons in the spine from the lack of an essential protein. This leads to atrophy (wasting away) of the skeletal muscles as well as overall weakness, explains the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). The disease has one umbrella name, but […]
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