Medically reviewed by Genetidoc’s team of clinical geneticists, in consultation with genetic counselors and consultant geneticists practising across South and North India. Quick answer: Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is a genetic condition that weakens the nerves controlling muscle movement, most often showing up in infancy as a “floppy baby” with breathing and feeding difficulty. It’s caused … Continue reading Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in India: What Genetic Testing Can Tell You