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  • Genetics
  • Pulmonology

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  • Myotonic dystrophy is an inherited muscular dystrophy.
  • Common symptoms include muscle weakness, myotonia, cataracts, male infertility, and cardiac issues.

Observation:

  • A 35-year-old male presented with a lung abscess.
  • This initial presentation is highly unusual for myotonic dystrophy.

Findings:

  • The patient was diagnosed with myotonic dystrophy.
  • Lung abscess is a previously unreported clinical manifestation of this condition.

Implications:

  • This case expands the known clinical spectrum of myotonic dystrophy.
  • Highlights the importance of considering rare presentations in diagnosing genetic disorders.