This table lists symptoms that people with this disease may have. For most diseases, symptoms will vary from person to person. People with the same disease may not have all the symptoms listed. This information comes from a database called the Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO) . The HPO collects information on symptoms that have been described in medical resources. The HPO is updated regularly. Use the HPO ID to access more in-depth information about a symptom.
| Medical Terms | Other Names | Learn More: HPO ID |
|---|---|---|
| 80%-99% of people have these symptoms | ||
| Cataract |
Clouding of the lens of the eye
Cloudy lens
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|
0000518 |
| Myotonia | 0002486 | |
| Percent of people who have these symptoms is not available through HPO | ||
| 0000006 | ||
| Decreased circulating IgG level | 0004315 | |
| Decreased circulating total IgM | 0002850 | |
| 0000819 | ||
| Elevated circulating follicle stimulating |
0008232 | |
| Elevated serum creatine kinase |
Elevated blood creatine phosphokinase
Elevated circulating creatine phosphokinase
Elevated creatine kinase
Elevated serum CPK
Elevated serum creatine phosphokinase
High serum creatine kinase
Increased CPK
Increased creatine kinase
Increased creatine phosphokinase
Increased serum CK
Increased serum creatine kinase
Increased serum creatine phosphokinase
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|
0003236 |
| Frontal balding | 0002292 | |
|
Decreased activity of gonads
|
0000135 | |
| Insulin insensitivity | 0008189 | |
| Iridescent posterior subcapsular cataract | 0007889 | |
| Myalgia |
Muscle ache
Muscle pain
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|
0003326 |
| Neck flexor weakness |
Neck flexion weakness
|
0003722 |
| Oligospermia |
Low sperm count
|
0000798 |
| Palpitations |
Missed heart beat
Skipped heart beat
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|
0001962 |
| Proximal muscle weakness |
Weakness in muscles of upper arms and upper legs
|
0003701 |
| Tachycardia |
Fast heart rate
Heart racing
Racing heart
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|
0001649 |
| Type 2 muscle fiber atrophy | 0003554 | |
Myotonia is usually mild and rarely requires treatment. Routine exercise appears to help with pain control, as well as with muscle strength and endurance. The effectiveness of most medications for pain management varies. Mexilitene, which is very effective for some forms of myotonia, has helped control muscle pain in some people with this condition. Other medications that have been used with some success include gabapentin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), low-dose thyroid replacement, low-dose steroids, and tricyclic antidepressants. Cholesterol-lowering medications should be avoided when they are associated with increased weakness.[1]
There are steps a person can take to prevent some secondary complications. Anesthetic risk may be increased, so careful assessment of heart and respiratory function before and after surgery are recommended. Affected people should also have a yearly electrocardiogram or cardiac
You can see more detailed information about the management of myotonic dystrophy type 2 on the GeneReviews Web site.
If you need medical advice, you can look for doctors or other healthcare professionals who have experience with this disease. You may find these specialists through advocacy organizations, clinical trials, or articles published in medical journals. You may also want to contact a university or tertiary medical center in your area, because these centers tend to see more complex cases and have the latest technology and treatments.
If you can’t find a specialist in your local area, try contacting national or international specialists. They may be able to refer you to someone they know through conferences or research efforts. Some specialists may be willing to consult with you or your local doctors over the phone or by email if you can't travel to them for care.
You can find more tips in our guide, How to Find a Disease Specialist. We also encourage you to explore the rest of this page to find resources that can help you find specialists.
Research helps us better understand diseases and can lead to advances in diagnosis and treatment. This section provides resources to help you learn about medical research and ways to get involved.
Support and advocacy groups can help you connect with other patients and families, and they can provide valuable services. Many develop patient-centered information and are the driving force behind research for better treatments and possible cures. They can direct you to research, resources, and services. Many organizations also have experts who serve as medical advisors or provide lists of doctors/clinics. Visit the group’s website or contact them to learn about the services they offer. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement by GARD.
These resources provide more information about this condition or associated symptoms. The in-depth resources contain medical and scientific language that may be hard to understand. You may want to review these resources with a medical professional.
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