Becker Dystrophy: This type of muscular dystrophy is similar to duchenne dystrophy, however, the symptoms are not as severe. This disease is also categorized by slow muscle deterioration. Becker affects males, and symptoms begin to appear between the ages of 2 and 16. Sufferers of becker experience walking difficulty by early adulthood. On average, males with becker dystrophy are confined to a wheelchair by the age of 35. Unlike duchenne dystrophy, males living with becker generally live a long life. Symptoms of becker dystophy include:

• Difficulty walking, running, jumping, etc.
• Falling frequently
• Trouble breathing
• Skeleton deformities
• Fatigue and weakness
• Heart problems

Limb Girdle Dystrophy: Type of muscular dystrophy that affects the hips, shoulders, and legs. This disease develops during the teenage years; however, it may occur at any time between the ages of 10 and 30. Limb girdle dystrophy affects both males and females equally. This illness progresses very slowly, and sufferers may experience little pain or discomfort in the early years. However, it appears that those affected with limb girdle during childhood experience rapid progression of muscle deterioration. On average, those diagnosed with limb girdle dystrophy require walking assistance within 20 years following their diagnosis.

Facioscapulohumeral Dystrophy: This type of muscular dystrophy affects the muscles that move the face. Facioscapulohumeral generally begins during the teenage and early adult years. Both males and females are affected with this disease. Because this type of muscular dystrophy rarely affects the legs, sufferers generally do not lose their walking ability. However, as the muscles in the face continue to weaken, individuals diagnosed with facioscapulohumeral may experience difficulty chewing, swallowing, or speaking.

Oculopharyngeal Dystrophy: This type of muscular dystrophy affects the eyes and throat. This disease appears in women and men between the ages of 40 and 60. As the disease progresses, it results in eye weakness, difficulty swallowing, and difficulty chewing. Some sufferers may have a noticeable eye deformity, as it becomes difficult to keep eyelids open. Because oculopharyngeal affects the throat area, those who suffer from this form of muscular dystrophy are prone to throat infections and pneumonia.