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Becker's muscular dystrophy Health Article

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Reviewer Info: A.D.A.M. Editorial Team: Greg Juhn, M.T.P.W., David R. Eltz, Kelli A. Stacy. Previously reviewed by Daniel Kantor, M.D., Director of the Comprehensive MS Center, Neuroscience Institute, University of Florida Health Science Center, Jacksonville, FL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (8/7/2006).; ADAM Health Illustrated Encyclopedia, 06/13/2007
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Calling your health care provider

Call your health care provider if symptoms that suggest Becker's muscular dystrophy appear.

Call your health care provider if a person with Becker's muscular dystrophy develops new symptoms (particularly fever with cough or breathing difficulties).

Call your health care provider if you are planning a family and Becker's muscular dystrophy has been diagnosed in you or other family members.

Prevention

Genetic counseling may be advised if there is a family history of Becker's muscular dystrophy.

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