Disordeers of skeltal muscle Flashcards

1
Q

is a severe recessive x-linked form of muscular dystrophy that is characterized by rapid progression of muscle
degeneration, eventually leading to loss in ambulation, paralysis, and death.-

A

DMD

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2
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is a progressive disease in which the
muscles are weak and are slow to relax after contraction.

A

Myotonic dystrophy

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3
Q

Pain is caused by tightened bands of muscle fibers, It refers to pain and inflammation in the body’s soft
tissues.

A

Myofascial pain syndrome

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4
Q

A mysterious chronic-pain syndrome of unknown
cause, Affects mostly women, Symptoms – fatigue, sleep abnormalities, severe
musculoskeletal pain, and headache

A

Fibromyalgia

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5
Q

involuntary contraction of single muscle

A

Spasm

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6
Q

a painful spasm

A

Cramp

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7
Q

involuntary twitching of muscles normally under voluntary control

A

Tic

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8
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rhythmic, involuntary contraction of opposing muscle groups

A

Tremor

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9
Q

involuntary, brief twitch of a
motor unit visible under the skin

A

Fasciculation

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