Dystrophia is a medical condition which refers to the atrophy or degeneration of bodily tissue. There are various synonyms for this term such as muscular dystrophy, neuromuscular disorder, degenerative muscle disease, myopathy, and wasting syndrome. These terms are often used interchangeably to describe the progressive weakness and loss of muscle function that occurs in people suffering from dystrophia. Other related terms include myasthenia, which specifically refers to weakness of the muscles involved in movement, and myositis, which is an inflammation of the muscles. Understanding these synonyms is important for doctors and patients alike to accurately diagnose and manage such conditions.