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I was diagnosed with Myotonic Dystrophy 7 years ago which is a degenerative muscle wasting condition. This has affected my heart resulting in Syncope episode and now have a pacemaker fitted.

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Hello :-)

I am sorry to hear what you are going through and I hope you are getting support

Happy Christmas :-) x

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