Constipation and Gut Transit in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Patients

The following procedures will take place during the study.

Constipation Assessment:

• The patient will be asked to complete a questionnaire about any symptoms of constipation.
• A physician from the study team will perform an abdominal physical exam
• The patient will have routine x-rays that monitor for spine compression fractures. These films will also be used to assess stool content.

Clinical Information The following information will also be collected during the clinic visit ;

• Age at diagnosis and genetic mutation
• Age at loss of ambulation if applicable
• Medications
• Functional status