Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I Overview

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What is the definition of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I?
Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2I (LGMD2I) is a form of limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, which refers to a group of conditions that cause weakness and wasting of the muscles in the arms and legs. The proximal muscles (those closest to the body such as the upper arms and thighs) are generally most affected by the condition. In LGMD2I, specifically, signs and symptoms often develop in late childhood (average age 11.5 years) and may include difficulty running and walking. The symptoms gradually worsen overtime and affected people generally rely on a wheelchair for mobility approximately 23-26 years after onset. LGMD2I is caused by changes in the FKRP gene and is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner.
What are the alternative names for Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I?
  • Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2I
  • Autosomal recessive limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2I
  • FKRP-related limb-girdle muscular dystrophy R9
  • FKRP-related LGMD R9
  • LGMD due to FKRP deficiency
  • LGMD type 2I
  • LGMD2I
  • Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy due to FKRP deficiency
  • Muscular dystrophy-dystroglycanopathy (limb-girdle), type C, 5
Who are the top Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I Local Doctors?
Dr. Katherine D. Mathews
Neurology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology
Dr. Katherine D. Mathews
Neurology | Pediatrics | Pediatric Neurology

State University Of Iowa

200 Hawkins Dr, 
Iowa City, IA 
319-356-1616
Languages Spoken:
English
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Katherine Mathews is a Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. Mathews and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I. Her top areas of expertise are Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Friedreich Ataxia, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, and Becker Muscular Dystrophy. Dr. Mathews is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Nicholas E. Johnson
Neurology | Pediatrics
Dr. Nicholas E. Johnson
Neurology | Pediatrics

Mcv Associated Physicians

417 N 11th St, 
Richmond, VA 
804-828-9000
Languages Spoken:
English
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Nicholas Johnson is a Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Johnson and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I. His top areas of expertise are Paramyotonia Congenita, Myotonic Dystrophy, Myotonic Dystrophy Type 2, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Isabelle Richard
Isabelle Richard
Evry, FR 

Isabelle Richard practices in Evry, France. Richard and is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I. Her top areas of expertise are Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I, Delta-Sarcoglycanopathy, and Becker Muscular Dystrophy.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center