Understanding Muscular Dystrophy and Parkinson's Disease

What is a common cause of muscular dystrophy?

• Bacterial infections

• Genetic mutations

• Vitamin deficiencies

• Physical injuries

Which symptom is most associated with muscular dystrophy?

• High fever

• Muscle weakness

• Frequent urination

• Increased heart rate

What is believed to be a major factor in the development of Parkinson's disease?

• Overuse of muscles

• Consumption of fatty foods

• Loss of dopamine-producing cells

• Exposure to sunlight

Which of the following is a symptom of Parkinson's disease?

• Rash

• Tremors

• Hair loss

• Increased appetite

Muscular dystrophy is primarily diagnosed in which age group?

• Elderly

• Teenagers

• Infants

• Middle-aged adults

How is muscular dystrophy inherited?

• Through mitochondrial DNA only

• It is not inherited but acquired later in life

• X-linked recessive inheritance

• Through autosomal dominant inheritance

What role does genetics play in Parkinson's disease?

• No role, it is entirely due to environmental factors

• A minor role, with some forms linked to genetic mutations

• The primary cause is genetic

• Only affects people with no family history of the disease

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of muscular dystrophy?

• Difficulty walking

• Frequent headaches

• Muscle stiffness

• Trouble swallowing

Parkinson's disease primarily affects which part of the body?

• The heart

• The liver

• The nervous system

• The kidneys

What is the role of physical therapy in managing muscular dystrophy?

• It can completely cure the disease

• It helps in managing symptoms and improving quality of life

• It is not recommended for muscular dystrophy patients

• It can worsen the symptoms