A medical condition characterized by progressive degeneration or abnormal development of tissue, muscle, or organs. Most commonly associated with muscular dystrophy, affecting muscle function and strength.
From Greek 'dys-' meaning 'bad' or 'difficult' and 'trophē' meaning 'nourishment' or 'growth'. The term was coined in medical Latin in the 19th century to describe conditions where normal tissue development or maintenance fails due to inadequate nourishment or cellular dysfunction.
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