Problem
Myotubular myopathy
Other Names:
Centronuclear myopathy Nature:
Myotubular myopathy is a slowly progressive, but rarely fatal, disease of voluntary muscle. Common symptoms of myotubular myopathy are drooping of the upper eyelids, facial weakness and foot drop, as well as some weakness of the limbs and trunk. People with the disease almost always lack reflexes in the affected muscles.
Broader Problems:
Hereditary neuromuscular disease Subject(s):
Medicine → Muscular systemRelated UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
G: Very specific problems Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST