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How do I know if I have Oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy?
Could you have Oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy? Early signs that prompted real patients to seek diagnosis, plus medically reviewed guidance.
This condition is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern, meaning that one genetic variant is enough to cause the disorder. Therefore, if there are family members who have similar symptoms or diagnoses of OPMD, it is important to meet with a genetic counselor to discuss genetic testing, condition management, and other familial risk factors.
Posted Jan 6, 2026 by OPMD Association
progressive weakness of certain muscles around the eyes, in the throat, and less commonly in the pelvic and shoulder areas including the muscles of the upper legs and arms.
Posted May 18, 2017 by Monica 2150
Symptoms are droopy eyes having a hard time swallowing and sometimes it can affect your major muscles. But the only way to know for sure is with a DNA test.
Posted Oct 27, 2018 by Llauren 1300
If ones family has been diagnosed and one begin to exhibit symptoms, begin the work to be referred for a test. Often you will know based on the progression of the disease and the test confirms what you know
Posted Feb 22, 2021 by James 2500
