Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy- type 2E
Overview
An autosomal recessive form of limb-girdle muscular dystrophy where muscle weakness and atrophy is caused by mutations of the beta-sarcoglycan gene. The severity of the condition is greatly variable from wheelchair confinement at the age of 9 years to asymptomatic adults. Most tend to live to their third decade. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2E is available below.
Symptoms
Weakness Toe walking Muscle pain Muscle cramps Shoulder girdle muscle weakness
Causes
* Leg disorders * Hip disorders * Knee disorders * Brain disorders * Balance disorders - see causes of balance disorders Inner ear infection Vitamin B12 deficiency * Vision disorders * Nerve disorders
Prognosis
Leg cramps at night a classic sign: The symptom of having leg muscle cramps, particularly at night, is a classic sign of undiagnosed diabetes. However, there are also various other causes. See causes of leg cramps or misdiagnosis of diabetes...