A mother presents with her 13 y/o son with a history of frequent falls, difficulty getting up from a lying or sitting position, trouble jumping, large calf muscles and poor grades in school. Use the resources and text from this LP and an internet/library search to find current and credible information and write a 1-2 page essay preferably in APA format. Describe the likely diagnosis; explain diagnostic tests that may be used and what information is obtained from them; and describe possible treatment options.
