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Suggest Treatment For Muscle Weakness Due To Multiple System Atrophy?

I have severe muscle weakness due to multiple system atrophy. Previously known as Dry Shagers. Would steroids be a possible treatment for building some muscle strength? I know this not a cure, I am looking for something to help during my downward cycle. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank You, Loren
Thu, 5 May 2016
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Hi,

Thank you for providing the brief history of you.

A thorough neuromuscular assessment is advised.

As your muscles are weak and do not have much strength, ofcourse steroid can help build the muscle fibres in the muscular system, but understanding that what actually is your muscular strength weakness root cause will help further for the choice of medicinal treatment.

Undergoing physical therapy in muscular dystrophy helps majority of patients to regain the strength and physical abilities to ensure the good health.

Regards
Jay Indravadan Patel
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Suggest Treatment For Muscle Weakness Due To Multiple System Atrophy?

Hi, Thank you for providing the brief history of you. A thorough neuromuscular assessment is advised. As your muscles are weak and do not have much strength, ofcourse steroid can help build the muscle fibres in the muscular system, but understanding that what actually is your muscular strength weakness root cause will help further for the choice of medicinal treatment. Undergoing physical therapy in muscular dystrophy helps majority of patients to regain the strength and physical abilities to ensure the good health. Regards Jay Indravadan Patel