My son has Hypotonia, does this mean he has Muscular Dystrophy?

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My Son Has Hypotonia, Does This Mean He Has Muscular Dystrophy?

My son was diagnosed with Hypotonia by his pediatrician. He said that Hypotonia is often a symptom of Muscular Dystrophy and would like to run some tests. I didn't agree to the tests yet, because I was shocked and wanted to discuss it with my husband first. Does having Hypotonia necessarily mean that a child has Muscular Dystrophy?