What’s myotonia congenita?

Myotonia congenita causes abnormal muscle tension and relaxation, with symptoms including pain, cramps, and mobility issues. It is caused by a defect in the CLCN1 gene, which affects electrical impulses in muscles. There are two forms, Thomsen’s disease and Becker disease, with different inheritance patterns. Treatment may include medication and physical therapy. Myotonia congenita is […]

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