Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a severe type of muscular dystrophy predominantly affecting boys. [3][7][8] The onset of muscle weakness typically begins around age four, with rapid progression. [2] . Initially, muscle loss occurs in the thighs and pelvis, extending to the arms, [3] which can lead to difficulties in standing up. [3] . More @Wikipedia
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