The onset of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) most often occurs at:
a. 3-6 months of age.
b. preschool years.
c. school age.
d. the onset of puberty.
ANS: B
Boys with DMD will present in the preschool years with muscle weakness, difficulty walking, and large calves.
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