Match the type of muscular dystrophy with its description. The types may be used more than once.
-Often called benign Duchenne muscular dystrophy because it shares the inheritance link, but produces milder symptoms
A)Duchenne muscular dystrophy
B)Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy
C)Scapuloperoneal muscular dystrophy
D)Myotonic dystrophy
E)Becker muscular dystrophy

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Becker muscular dystrophy shares the same inheritance pattern as Duchenne muscular dystrophy but produces milder symptoms.

Answer: B
 Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy primarily affects the face, shoulders, and upper arms.

Answer: C
 Scapuloperoneal muscular dystrophy mainly affects the scapula and lower leg muscles.

Answer: A
 Duchenne muscular dystrophy is the most severe type and affects predominantly boys, leading to progressive muscle weakness and wasting.

Answer: D
 Myotonic dystrophy is characterized by muscle stiffness and weakness and affects both men and women.

Match the Type of Muscular Dystrophy with Its Description