LGMD "Entrevista em destaque"

Nome:  Karen  Idade: 54 Yrs. old

País: EUA

LGMD Sub-tipo:  LGMD 2I

 

Com que idade foi diagnosticado?

Foi-me diagnosticado aos 33 anos de idade.

Quais foram os seus primeiros SINTOMAS?

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.

Tem outros familiares que sofrem de LGMD?

No, I am the only family member diagnosed with LGMD.

Quais são, na sua opinião, os maiores desafios de viver com a 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.

Qual é a sua maior realização:

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.

O que quer que o mundo saiba sobre a LGMD?

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.

Se a sua LGMD pudesse ser "curada" amanhã, qual seria a primeira coisa que gostaria de fazer?:

If I was cured tomorrow, I would Rollerblade!

 

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