Patient's question:
My grandfather's muscles are now swollen, and I feel his breathing is not very smooth either. I'm feeling very anxious now. Will muscle atrophy affect the condition of the internal organs?Doctor's answer:
Muscle atrophy can indirectly interfere with internal organs. Muscle atrophy will ultimately lead to the recurrence of muscle weakness. For the expansion of muscles in different parts of the body, there are generally different types of interference. For example, muscle atrophy in the chest can easily cause respiratory disorders, affecting the respiratory function of the lungs and making breathing difficult. Abdominal expansion can lead to recurrent gastrointestinal motility disorders, among other issues.