Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Myosin Storage Myopathy
Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Myosin Storage Myopathy
Myosin storage myopathy is a rare genetic muscular disorder characterised by the accumulation of myosin in muscle fibres. This condition leads to muscle weakness, primarily affecting the proximal muscles. Diagnosis typically involves muscle biopsy and genetic testing. There is no cure, but management focuses on alleviating symptoms and improving quality of life.
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Myosin Storage Myopathy