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Myopathy refers to any disorder or disease of the muscles used for movement (skeletal muscles). Muscular dystrophy (MD) is a collection of disorders that cause muscle weakness and deterioration. For some types, this muscle weakness is progressive and can lead to life-threatening heart and lung failure. Myasthenia gravis causes weakness that often occurs after physical activity.

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