Myotonia congenita (Thomsen's disease, Becker's disease)

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Myotonia congenita

Alternate Names : Thomsen's disease, Becker's disease

Definition

Myotonia congenita is an inherited condition that affects muscle relaxation. It is congenital, meaning that it is present from birth.

Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors

Myotonia congenita is caused by a change (mutation) to a gene. It is passed down from either one or both parents to the children (inherited).

Myotonia congenita is believed to be caused by a problem in the part of the muscle cells that are needed for muscles to relax. Abnormal repeated electrical discharges occur in the muscles, causing a stiffness called myotonia.

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Superficial anterior muscles

Review Date : 4/22/2009
Reviewed By : A.D.A.M. Editorial Team: David Zieve, MD, MHA, Greg Juhn, MTPW, David R. Eltz. Previously reviewed by Luc Jasmin, MD, PhD, Departments of Anatomy & Neurological Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network (4/28/2009).

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