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What is the definition of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C?

Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2C (LGMD2C) is a genetic condition that affects the voluntary muscles around the hips and shoulders. This condition belongs to a group of muscle disorders called limb-girdle muscular dystrophies, which are characterized by progressive loss of muscle bulk and symmetrical weakening of voluntary muscles. Symptoms may additionally include: enlargement (hypertrophy) of the calf muscle and tongue, diseases of the heart muscle (cardiomyopathy), and respiratory abnormalities. LGMD2C is caused by genetic changes in the SGCG gene and is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner.

What are the alternative names for Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C?

Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, type 2C
Adhalin deficiency, secondary
Autosomal recessive limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2C
DMDA
DMDA1
Duchenne-like muscular dystrophy, autosomal recessive, type 1
Gamma-sarcoglycan-related limb-girdle muscular dystrophy R5
Gamma-sarcoglycan-related LGMD R5
Gamma-sarcoglycanopathy
LGMD due to gamma-sarcoglycan deficiency
LGMD type 2C
LGMD2C
Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy due to gamma-sarcoglycan deficiency
Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2C
Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy with gamma-sarcoglycan deficiency
Maghrebian myopathy
Muscular dystrophy, Duchenne-like
Severe childhood autosomal recessive muscular dystrophy, North African type

Who are the top Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C Local Doctors?

Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C

Dr. Katherine D. Mathews

Neurology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology

Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C

Dr. Katherine D. Mathews

Neurology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology

State University Of Iowa

200 Hawkins Dr,

Iowa City, IA

319-356-1616

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Katherine Mathews is a Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Mathews is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C. Her top areas of expertise are Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Dystrophinopathy, and Friedreich Ataxia. Dr. Mathews is currently accepting new patients.

Advanced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C

Dr. Christopher D. Lee

Neurology

Advanced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C

Dr. Christopher D. Lee

Neurology

Vanderbilt Medical Group- Teleneurology

1161 21st Ave South, A-0118 Medical Center North,

Nashville, TN

615-936-0060

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. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C. His top areas of expertise are Myasthenia Gravis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

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Experienced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C

Dr. Brian Demaster

Family Medicine

Experienced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C

Dr. Brian Demaster

Family Medicine

Aurora Family Medicine

313 S Main St,

Cedar Grove, WI

920-668-8502

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Brian Demaster is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cedar Grove, Wisconsin. Dr. Demaster is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C. His top areas of expertise are Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I, Dystrophinopathy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1B, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy.