LGMD "Spotlight Interview"

Name:  Karen  Alter: 54 Yrs. old

Land: USA

LGMD Unter-Typ:  LGMD 2I

 

In welchem Alter wurde bei Ihnen die Diagnose gestellt?

Die Diagnose wurde bei mir im Alter von 33 Jahren gestellt.

Was waren Ihre ersten SYMPTOME?

My first symptom was an overall weakness compared to other kids in gym class in grade school.  High School gym class was even worse.  I experienced tight hamstring and calf muscles.  My calves were large. Next was the noticeable change in my gait.

Haben Sie andere Familienmitglieder, die an LGMD leiden?

Nein, ich bin das einzige Familienmitglied, bei dem LGMD diagnostiziert wurde.

Was sind für Sie die größten Herausforderungen im Leben mit LGMD?:

The greatest challenges of living with LGMD are completing daily personal and household tasks, managing activity and rest, being prepared to access public spaces, and planning for future needs.

Was ist Ihre größte Errungenschaft?:

With the love and support of my family and friends, I embrace and experience life in spite of ever changing limitations and obstacles.  That is my greatest accomplishment.

How has LGMD influenced you into becoming the person you are TODAY?

Living with LGMD has formed me into an accepting, determined, resourceful, humble, and grateful person. I learned to accept my diagnosis and realize that, as it progresses, it provides me with the opportunity to grow as a person.

Was möchten Sie der Welt über LGMD mitteilen??

LGMD is a progressive disease.  It affects every thought that goes into every motion of every day.  Continued research and development for a cure, treatment, and assistive devices are essential.

Wenn Ihre LGMD morgen "geheilt" werden könnte, was würden Sie als Erstes tun wollen?:

If I was cured tomorrow, I would Rollerblade!

 

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