Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A Overview

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What is the definition of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A?
A rare subtype of autosomal dominant limb girdle muscular dystrophy characterized by an adult onset of proximal shoulder and hip girdle weakness (that later progresses to include distal weakness), nasal speech and dysarthria. Other frequent findings include tightened heel cords, reduced deep-tendon reflexes and elevated creatine kinase serum levels. Respiratory failure, as well as mild facial weakness and dysphagia, may also be observed.
What are the alternative names for Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A?
  • Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 1A
  • LGMD1
  • LGMD1A
  • Muscular dystrophy, proximal, type 1A
Who are the top Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A Local Doctors?
Experienced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
Dr. Kimberly X. Guo
Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
Experienced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
Dr. Kimberly X. Guo
Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

Mount Carmel Healthproviders Inc

2150 Marble Cliff Office Park, Suite B, 
Columbus, OH 
 (99.6 mi)
614-627-1370
Languages Spoken:
English, Mandarin
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Kimberly Guo is a Pediatrics specialist and an Internal Medicine provider in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Guo and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. Her top areas of expertise are Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2I, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C, and Dystrophinopathy. Dr. Guo is currently accepting new patients.

Experienced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
Dr. Caitlyn L. Santer
Family Medicine
Experienced in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
Dr. Caitlyn L. Santer
Family Medicine

Marietta Memorial Hospital

401 Matthew St, 
Marietta, OH 
 (17.6 mi)
740-374-1400
Languages Spoken:
English
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Caitlyn Santer is a Family Medicine provider in Marietta, Ohio. Dr. Santer and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Santer is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
Dr. Jerry R. Mendell
Neurology
Distinguished in Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A
Dr. Jerry R. Mendell
Neurology
700 Childrens Dr, 
Columbus, OH 
 (94.7 mi)
614-355-3574
Languages Spoken:
English
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Accepting New Patients

Jerry Mendell is a Neurologist in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Mendell and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A. His top areas of expertise are Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, and Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Dr. Mendell is currently accepting new patients.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center