| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Parkinson's and Boxing | 11/15/2009 |
Q: Here is my question. is there any scientific evidence that boxing causes Parkinson's ? in other ...
A: Muhammad Ali has Parkinson's Syndrome, a neurological condition that affects motor and speech ...
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| end stage parkinsons | 10/16/2009 |
Q: My uncle was diagnoised with Parkinsons several years ago. We have been told now that he has been ...
A: so sorry to hear about your Uncle. You are correct, "end stage" refers to when you reach a certain ...
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| parkensins | 10/12/2009 |
Q: my huband has parkensins,he was diagnoised 5 yrs ago,he is 64 my question is does this disease ...
A: I will do my best to compile PD-specific information for you. PD is a terrible disease which slowly ...
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| Parkinson's | 10/8/2009 |
Q: For constant fatigue and muscle tiredness, how do you feel about taking CoQ10 for the lack of energy ...
A: CoQ10 is an electron carrier and is important to many body energy systems, particularly in the cell ...
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| my dad is in denial about parkinsons | 10/6/2009 |
Q: I wonder if you can advise me. My father is 82 and had a diagnosis of parkinsons 6 months ago and ...
A: Memory loss is not uncommon with PD as it usually leads to some level of PD-related dementia in most ...
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| symptoms | 10/1/2009 |
Q: 62 year old male, shuffles when walking, falls when starting to run, leans forward and will fall, ...
A: Obviously no one can, or should, diagnose over the internet, but I will share some information which ...
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| Husband has parkinsonds AND Alzhiemers | 9/9/2009 |
Q: My husband has Parkinsons AND ALzhiers. He is now bedridden, with a Catheter. Needs full care. Is ...
A: I do apologise for my late response – computer challenges. I am sorry to read about your husband’s ...
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| Parkinsons in Family | 9/5/2009 |
Q: My maternal grandmother passed away from Parkinsons several years ago, my father in 2007, and my ...
A: .Genetic Link to Familial Parkinson's Found [Friday March 21, 2008] A paper released this week ...
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| Familial Essentail Tremor | 9/3/2009 |
Q: My friend,S mother, aged 65, suffering from Familial Essential Tremor. 1.Can she fully cure, if yes ...
A: Her doctor will ask her to avoid caffeine, cold pills and some other medicines if they seem to make ...
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| Familial Essentail Tremor | 9/2/2009 |
Q: My friend,S mother, aged 65, suffering from Familial Essential Tremor. 1.Can she fully cure, if yes ...
A: Essential Tremors can usually be reduced with medication, but as of now they cannot be "cured". ...
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| End Stages of Parkinson's | 9/1/2009 |
Q: My mother has had Parkinson's disease for 40 years. The disease progressed slowly for many years ...
A: I am sorry to read about your Mom’s condition, this must be tearing you and your family apart ...
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| Parkinsons Diesase | 8/28/2009 |
Q: For the past 12 years my aunt has been suffering from PD. The past couple years have progressed to ...
A: It sounds like she may have had “Deep BrainStimulation” which you can read about here ...
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| end stages of Parkinson's Disease | 8/27/2009 |
Q: I read your answer to "What are the symptoms of the end stages of Parkinson's" My Mother has all of ...
A: Dysarthrias are classified in multiple ways based on the presentation of symptoms. Most people are ...
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| balance problems | 8/27/2009 |
Q: I have had PD for 12 years. Currently, I am on quite high doses of medication and I am having a lot ...
A: What you describe to me sounds very typical for PD, I have seen many, many patients ambulate exactly ...
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| Parkinson's and a feeding tube | 8/27/2009 |
Q: Aug 2009. My father was diagnosed with Parkinson's 1 year ago at age 83 and has made a quick turn ...
A: Hey Linda, Each person's experience with a disease like PD is individual so the care has to be ...
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| Parkinson's and a feeding tube | 8/26/2009 |
Q: Aug 2009. My father was diagnosed with Parkinson's 1 year ago at age 83 and has made a quick turn ...
A: I’m sorry to read about your Dad’s condition, PD is a very difficult disease. I can tell that ...
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| end stage of Parkinsons | 8/17/2009 |
Q: We have been told my mom who is 77 is in the end stage of Parkinsons. The nursing home is still ...
A: I'm sorry to read about your Mom, COPD PD is a cruel disease. I would recommend getting her up as ...
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| End stage Parkinson's | 8/16/2009 |
Q: When a person has been diagnosed as being in end stage Parkinson's,what is the average remaining ...
A: In itself, Parkinson's is not a fatal condition. However, the end-stage of the disease can lead to ...
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| Parkinson, what type of specialist | 8/15/2009 |
Q: My Mother's doctor is hardly available or compassion for her. I would like her to go to a ...
A: PD patients are generally followed regularly by Neurologists - you might investigate whether there ...
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| PD and death | 8/14/2009 |
Q: My father is 82 years old and has been living with PD for many years. My dad does not have the ...
A: I’m so sorry to hear about your Father's poor health. You are fortunate as you have his Living Will ...
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| Need answers to Parkinsonism--not Parkinson | 8/13/2009 |
Q: My 67 year old father-in-law has finally been diagnosed with Parkinson--not PD. He is in a nursing ...
A: As you are well aware, Parkinsonism is a complex condition with a multitude of possible causes, but ...
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| tremors please help | 8/12/2009 |
Q: . and in my chest i can feel shaking. when i lean on the arm the shaking gets worse.. when i think ...
A: My honest opinion is that one physician may be wrong, but yours has sent you for adequate ...
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| END STAGE OF PARKINSON DISEASE | 8/3/2009 |
Q: My wife is 77 and has had PD for 12yrs. We have been married for 54 yrs. and her only caregiver ...
A: I am so sorry to read about your wife's struggle with PD, I can feel the pain in your written word. ...
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| Life Expectancy | 7/31/2009 |
Q: My 51 yrs old sister has stage 4 Parkingson's and I'm trying to figure out some finances for her. ...
A: I am sorry to read about your sister's struggle with PD - it's such a cruel disease. It's almost ...
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| dads parkinsons | 7/13/2009 |
Q: We are at a point we don't know what to do with our dad. He is awake all night and walks out of the ...
A: I strongly recommend you arrange a "Care Conference" with the family physician, community nurse, ...
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| End Stage Parkinson's Disease | 6/25/2009 |
Q: My father-in-law is in the end stages of Parkinson's he is in a nursing home and on a catheter and ...
A: I am sorry to read about your FIL’s struggle with VD, it is such a cruel disease and so painful to ...
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| Parkinsons and appetite | 6/22/2009 |
Q: My mother has vascular parkinsons. I have been told by the GP it is end-stage. Over the last couple ...
A: I am sorry to read about your mothers struggle with VD, it is such a cruel disease and so painful to ...
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| Parkinsons disease and seizures | 6/17/2009 |
Q: My uncle has Parkinsons x 12 years and is probably having seizures. Not full grand mal as there is ...
A: I wonder if he might be having TIAs or “mini-strokes”? You should discuss your observations with ...
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| Parkinson's | 6/17/2009 |
Q: I would like to ask a few question about end stage Parkinson's but need to make sure someone is ...
A: from what you describe it sounds to me like he is in Stage IV. I’ll do my best to compile ...
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| IS MY DAD NEAR DEATH | 6/15/2009 |
Q: MY DAD WAS DIAGNOSED WITH PD ABOUT 10 YEARS AGO IT HAS PROGRESSED THOU THE YEARS. HE KNOW SLEEPS ...
A: Do you have any medical support for your Dad or are you and your Mom trying to care for him all ...
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| End Stages of Parkinsons | 6/15/2009 |
Q: After having three accidents in the past week my mother has received an initial diagnosis of mild ...
A: My advice for now is to first concentrate on her needs today until you have a definite diagnosis; ...
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| End Stages of Parkinsons | 6/14/2009 |
Q: After having three accidents in the past week my mother has received an initial diagnosis of mild ...
A: I am truly so sorry to read about your Mom's diagnosis with PD, I do wonder however if she is truly ...
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| help for grandma | 6/12/2009 |
Q: I help my parents take care of dad's parents. Grandma has what I've determined from a chart as ...
A: I’ sorry to read about your Grandma’s struggle with PD, it is a very difficult disease with so many ...
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| Stage 5 Parkinson's | 5/5/2009 |
Q: My mom has had Parkinson's for several years now but looks like her health is rapidly declining over ...
A: You are experiencing the same stressful challenges many of us in the ‘sandwich generation’ are ...
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| Progression of Parkinson's Disease | 3/31/2009 |
Q: My Aunt has been suffering from Parkinson's Disease for approximately 15 years. 2 years ago she had ...
A: I am sorry to read about your Aunt’s struggle with PD, it is such a cruel disease and so painful to ...
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| diarrhea a sign of ESPD? | 3/29/2009 |
Q: I am a part time caregiver (not a nurse nor trained as such) to a 77 yo woman with PD. I am with her ...
A: Diarrhea is not a normal condition associated with PD, it is most commonly an indication of GI ...
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| Parkinson | 3/1/2009 |
Q: I am 74 years old and am suffering from Parkinsons disease. Presently my hands tremble and my left ...
A: I am sorry to read about your struggle with PD – it is a very challenging disease. The first step ...
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| end stages of Parkinson's Disease | 1/7/2009 |
Q: My dad is 85 years old and a couple of years ago was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease (we ...
A: I will do my best to compile PD-specific information for you. PD is a terrible disease which slowly ...
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| End stage pd, hospice options | 12/29/2008 |
Q: My husband has had pd for 8 yrs. He also has CHD and has a pacemaker. His condition has deteriorated ...
A: You could keep your husband at home if that’s what you want to do, it will certainly be a lot of ...
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| swollen ankles and right leg | 11/15/2008 |
Q: My ankles start swelling wihtin sn hourof rising and by the end of the day they are very ...
A: My immediate concern is your heart function and circulatory system. I strongly recommend you go see ...
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| When to start medication | 9/27/2008 |
Q: I am a 52 year old female that has been seen by two neurogists who have diagnosed me with early ...
A: The medications are used to treat (lessen) the symptoms so I cannot imagine why you would not want ...
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| My dad, Parkinsons patient | 9/23/2008 |
Q: My dad is 88 and has had Parkinsons for 10+/- years. He is physically in good shape, per se, no ...
A: Obviously I am not familiar with your father’s specific medical history, but I would guess that you ...
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| Parkinsons Disease | 9/10/2008 |
Q: my father is 79 and has had Parkinsons for 10-12 years. He is late stage and after another bout of ...
A: It is really impossible to guess as have seen people literally die within hours of “giving up” ...
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| My Mother | 8/18/2008 |
Q: My Mum was first diagnosed with parkinsons about 10 years ago. She is now 70. For the past 2 years ...
A: I am sorry to read bout your Mother’s struggle with PD, it is such a cruel disease. UTIs are ...
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| Dying of Parkinson's Disease | 6/25/2008 |
Q: How does one die of Parkinson's Disease? I'm asking about what is transpiring with a patient's ...
A: I am sorry if my answer was not exactly what you were looking for. I am a Nurse, not a ...
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| urinating | 6/7/2008 |
Q: my husband has had Parkinson's for 19 yrs. He uses a walker. When he goes to the toilet to urinate ...
A: I am not aware of any supportive type device that would work in this situation so the best things I ...
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| Late stage Parkinsonism disease | 6/5/2008 |
Q: My aunt was diagnosed with Parkinsonsim disease about 3 years ago. She has detoriated to the point ...
A: I am sorry to read about your Aunt’s struggle with PD, it is such a cruel disease and so painful to ...
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| Parkinson disease | 6/2/2008 |
Q: how long does the patient have to live at stage five of the disease? Thank You.
A: It is very difficult for anyone to guess as there are so many contributing factors like previous ...
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| 55 year old with advanced Parkinson's | 5/29/2008 |
Q: My mother is 55 years old and was diagnosed with PD 11 years ago. She had DBS 2 years ago (not so ...
A: I am sorry to read about your Mother’s struggle with PD; it can be such a cruel disease. It is ...
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| end-stage parkinsons | 4/4/2008 |
Q: My Mother was diagnosed with Parkinsons in 2004 (only 4 years ago). After taking various Parkinsons ...
A: I have not seen a patient with PD progress that quickly, but I have seen patients with similar ...
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| End-Stage Parkinson's Disease | 2/15/2008 |
Q: Good Day from the Islands......My 86 year-old mother is in end stage Parkinson's. As is her wish, ...
A: I do apologise for my tardy response, my Laptop froze on me and I had to get it repaired this week. ...
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| end stage Parkinson's | 2/8/2008 |
Q: My husband (a 5 yr pd diagnosis and 48 yr diabetic)is currently hospitalized. He had a sudden BP ...
A: I'm sorry to read about your husband, PD is a cruel disease! People can live many years in the ...
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| Final Stage Parkinsons | 2/8/2008 |
Q: My father is now in final stage parkinsons. He lives with me. I am also a single parent to a 9 ...
A: I am sorry to read about your Dad’s struggle with PD, it is such a cruel disease and so painful to ...
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| Parkinson,s Disease | 2/5/2008 |
Q: i am experiencing the symptoms which i,ve read are similar to PD.From last 3 years there is a ...
A: I am sorry to read about your symptoms, this must be very scary for you. It is not clear to me ...
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| My grandfather has PD | 1/29/2008 |
Q: My grandfather just turned 79 this month. Two years ago he had a stroke and it seemed to take off 10 ...
A: I’m so sorry to read about your Grandfather’s horrible experience the last week. My advise to you ...
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| Parkinson's and Bladder Infections | 1/22/2008 |
Q: My mom is 89 and in a nursing home and from what I've read is possibly in the end stages. She ...
A: I’m sorry to read about your Mother’s recurrent UTIs, that obviously cannot be comfortable for her. ...
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| Is this Parkinson's | 1/17/2008 |
Q: My 83 year old father recently passed away from complications due to Parkinson's. My question is, I ...
A: PD can be a challenge to diagnose so obviously I can not say for sure, but from what you discribe I ...
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| seizures in the later stages of Parkinsons | 1/9/2008 |
Q: Please could you give me some information about seizures which my elderly 86 year old mother ...
A: You did not mention what type of seizure your Mother had so I will assume it was a ¡§grand mal ...
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| Swallowing problems | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I am a freelance writer and I am currently writing an article on Parkinson's disease. How common is ...
A: Many people with Parkinson's disease have difficulty swallowing because they lose control of their ...
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| sinemet | 11/29/2007 |
Q: My huband has been a Parkinsons sufferer for about five years, and has only ever taken Sinemet, this ...
A: Treatment Parkinson's disease is a chronic disorder that requires broad-based management including ...
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| PARKINSON'S DISEASE | 11/27/2007 |
Q: MY 83 YEAR OLD MOTHER HAS HAD PARKINSON'S DISEASE FOR MANY YEARS, SHE IS IN A NURSING HOME. SHE IS ...
A: I'm sorry to read about your Mother, PD is a cruel disease. People can live many years in the ...
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| end stage Parkinson's | 11/14/2007 |
Q: a family member has all the symptoms listed for Stage V Parkinson's. She's been bed=ridden for ...
A: I'm sorry to read about your loved one, PD is a cruel disease. People can live many years in the ...
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| final stages of parkinson's Disease | 11/4/2007 |
Q: Margo,my mother is in her final stages of Parkinson's disease.She has been bed ridden for a little ...
A: Your need to discuss medication options with her physician; she may respond to anti-psychotics if ...
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| Parkinson's question | 11/3/2007 |
Q: I have record that I filed a question on October 30, at 7:54pm. My question was what are the stages ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your PD and I do apologise for my tardy response. Parkinson's disease ...
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| Parkinson's | 10/30/2007 |
Q: I would like to know the different stages of Parkinson's Disease. I am 53 and have had PD for 7 ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your PD. Parkinson's disease strikes people in many different ways, leaving ...
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| Medication and End Stage Parkinson's | 10/30/2007 |
Q: my father is 86 and has had Parkinson's for about 15 years. He is currently in a Nursing Home, ...
A: I'm sorry to read about your father's struggle with PD, it is such a cruel disease. The decision to ...
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| Dimenchia | 10/29/2007 |
Q: My mother has been diagnosed with Dementia. She's on medication (sorry I don't know the name off ...
A: I am so sorry to hear about your Mother's struggle with Dementia, it is such a cruel and challenging ...
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| Planning as stage 4 goes to stage 5 | 10/29/2007 |
Q: First, I want to say how much I appreciate the honesty of your answers. My father's neurologist ...
A: I am sorry to hear about your Father's struggle with PD. My honest advice is to seriously consider ...
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| my FIL's hallucinations | 10/25/2007 |
Q: my 84 year old FIL has end stage PD is in hospital at the moment but is having terifying ...
A: I'm very sorry to read about your FIL's struggle with PD, it can be such a cruel disease. I think ...
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| Mom with Parkinson's and vision issues | 10/24/2007 |
Q: My mom has been diagnosed with Parkinson's in Eastern Europe. She is visiting us here in the US now. ...
A: Madopar capsules and dispersible tablets contain the active ingredients levodopa and benserazide. ...
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| parkinson's | 10/15/2007 |
Q: I was recently told by my Dr. that I "might" have the beginning of Parkinson's. I had tremors in my ...
A: I'm very sorry to read about your diagnosis, PD is a terrible disease, but they are making advances ...
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| End State Parkinson's | 10/6/2007 |
Q: My step father has Parkinson's and I'm sure he would be classified as end stage. He's mostly ...
A: Aside from the usual stages of death, I will do my best to compile PD-specific information for you. ...
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| dementia | 10/2/2007 |
Q: how do i know if my great aunt has it?
A: Please accept my sincerest apologies for my extremely late response - I had the worst stomach bug I ...
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| New diagnosis | 10/1/2007 |
Q: My mother in law was just diagnosed last week with Parkinson's. She's been going to doctors for more ...
A: I am sorry to hear about your MIL's diagnosis, as you are no doubt aware, PD is a progressive ...
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| My Dad is 88 yrs old with Parkinson's Disease | 9/24/2007 |
Q: I think my dad has Stage V PD. He exhibits most of the systems you describe. He is in a nh now. He ...
A: I'm so sorry to read about your Dad. I'm not sure how long he has suffered with PD, but sadly it can ...
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| End stage PD - fluctuations | 9/23/2007 |
Q: My father has suffered from PD for about 10 years and has been stage 5 for almost 2 years. He is ...
A: I can not explain it medically, but I have seen similar situations where some end-stage (PD or ...
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| Swallowing therapy | 9/19/2007 |
Q: Wondering if you've heard of "VitalStim" therapy for swallowing improvement. My dad is 84 and coughs ...
A: I am not familiar with VitalStil therapy personally so I did some research and these are some ...
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| end stage parkinson's disease? | 9/16/2007 |
Q: My FIL has suffered from PD for close to 15 years. He was placed in a NH about 4 years ago b/c he ...
A: I'm sorry to read about your FIL's struggle with PD. Obviously I am not familiar with your FIL's ...
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| mom-pd | 9/13/2007 |
Q: I have read several of your q&a's from others and thought I would write you for any support. My Mom ...
A: I'm so sorry to read about your Mom's struggle with PD, it is a terrible disease I would not wish on ...
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| Head shaking | 8/30/2007 |
Q: I have a question about my husband. I have noticed within the last 6 to maybe 8 months when he ...
A: Tremor is an involuntary oscillation of a body part that is classified as rest tremor, postural ...
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| PD-sleep attacks | 8/30/2007 |
Q: I am 53 and I have Parkinson for more than 7 years; I am treated with Bromergon- bromocriptinum ...
A: Link Between Parkinson's And Narcolepsy Discovered Science Daily — Parkinson's disease is ...
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| End-stage parkinson's | 8/28/2007 |
Q: My father-in-law has Parkinson's and seems to be entering the final stages. He is completely ...
A: I think it would be worth trying to see if there is an apparent cause or trigger for your FIL's ...
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| End-stage parkinson's | 8/25/2007 |
Q: My father-in-law has Parkinson's and seems to be entering the final stages. He is completely ...
A: I'm so sorry to hear about your FIL's struggle with PD and Dementia, he is obviously having a very ...
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| Life Span of a Parkinson's Disease patient | 8/24/2007 |
Q: How long is a Parkinson's Disease, like Muhammed Ali or Michael J. Fox, patient expected to live ...
A: PD is both chronic, meaning it persists over a long period of time, and progressive, meaning its ...
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| parkinsons | 8/22/2007 |
Q: I don't know whether my dad is in the end stage of PD but hee is barely able to walk--only with a ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your Dad's struggle with PD< it is a very difficult disease for both those ...
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| end stage parkinsons | 8/16/2007 |
Q: First off, thank you for your answers. I've read through many, and as you say, each case is ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your Dad's struggle with PD. As you may have read in my previous answers, ...
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| Parkinson's | 8/14/2007 |
Q: I just returned from helping care for my father-in-law that has lived with parkinson's for 20 years. ...
A: First you need to talk to his doctor about the frequent nocturnal urination; it may be that he ...
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| last stages/parkinsons | 8/7/2007 |
Q: My father has PD, and his swallowing shut down in July, they put in a stomach tube, and he is home ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your Dad's struggle with PD, it can be a very cruel disease. I strongly ...
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| End signs of Parkinsons | 8/7/2007 |
Q: My 81 year old grandfather is very near the end of his life. He has been battling Parkinsons for ...
A: It is not uncommon for people to rally during their decline in health and it can be painful for ...
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| End signs of Parkinsons | 8/6/2007 |
Q: My 81 year old grandfather is very near the end of his life. He has been battling Parkinsons for ...
A: I'm sorry to read about your Grandfather's struggle with PD - it can be a very cruel disease. Many ...
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| Parkinsons | 7/23/2007 |
Q: In the past year, my dad has went from walking & functioning, to vegetable. He can still swallow, ...
A: Obviously I don't have a crystal ball and can't predict your Dad's specific prognosis without being ...
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| Imminent Death? | 7/19/2007 |
Q: The stroke left her fully paralyzed, unable to speak, communicate, focus, eat drink and otherwise ...
A: Based on your description I would say your Mother is close to passing on as it sounds like she is ...
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| slow movement | 6/2/2007 |
Q: A relative of mine (who refuses to go to the doctor) has become very slow in movement over the past ...
A: "Slow movements" alone is not enough to make me think PD, but here is an except describing PD ...
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| appetite | 5/4/2007 |
Q: My father has parkinsonism. Doctor said a combination of parkinsons and alzheimers. He does not ...
A: It is most likely a side effect from his Parkinson's medication. Levodopa has a large number of ...
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| black outs | 4/24/2007 |
Q: My father in law suffers from both alzheimers and parkinsons disease. He has been experiencing ...
A: It sounds to me like your FIL is experiencing Syncope. Partial or complete loss of consciousness ...
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| Parkinson's Disease | 4/10/2007 |
Q: My father was diagnosed 14 years ago with PD, shortly after a bypass surgery. For many years he ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your Dad, PD is such a cruel disease. The first priority must always be ...
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| Parkinson's Disease...late stages? | 4/6/2007 |
Q: My precious father is 93 and has been treated with Parkinson's for nearly 14 years. He is in a ...
A: Aside from the usual stages of death, I will do my best to compile PD-specific information for you. ...
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| How can you tell if death is imminent? | 4/3/2007 |
Q: My father is in the final stages of the disease, he is totally confined to bed,has no vol. motor ...
A: Below is an excerpt which I think should answer all your questions. I hope this helps and I wish you ...
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| end stage parkinsons disease | 3/28/2007 |
Q: My mother has a long history of hospitalizations over the last 3 years. As of 12/2006 she was ...
A: DNRs are always a family decision and you need to follow the patient's wishes whenever possible. But ...
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| Agitation and tensing of muscles | 3/21/2007 |
Q: I'm helping care for someone who is in the 5th stage of Parkinson's, he has started, over the last ...
A: As it's happening the same time every day, I would inform his doctor so he can adjust his ...
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| Dimenchia | 2/7/2007 |
Q: I am 62, live alone, suffer from post traumatic stress, but for the past two years, my memory is so ...
A: Memory loss can of course be Dementia, but it can also be due to many very treatable causes. You ...
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| medicine request | 2/6/2007 |
Q: My Mom she is endstage of Parkinson's disease,she was fall down and broke the leg , stayed in ...
A: There are medications which can help to produce saliva which can assist with swallowing, and adding ...
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| Is surgery risky for plasy patient. | 2/6/2007 |
Q: My father age 72 suffering from progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) from last 2 years. Recently he ...
A: I'm not a surgeon so I don;t really feel qualified to give a second opinion, but I can tell you that ...
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| PSP patient can undergo surgery | 2/5/2007 |
Q: My father age 72 suffering from progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) from last 2 years. Recently he ...
A: I'm not a surgeon so I don't really feel qualified to give a second opinion, but I can tell you that ...
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| rapid tongue movement | 1/7/2007 |
Q: I am 68 years old. On 5/25/2006 I fell and hit my head on concrete. I WAS UNCONCIOUS for awhile and ...
A: Your tongue movements sounds similar to Extrapyramidal side effects (EPS)which can happen with ...
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| mother's parkinsons disease | 12/23/2006 |
Q: To make it short.We just had to put Mother in a nursing home that does theraphy too.Will parkinsons ...
A: Aside from the usual end-stage disease process, I will do my best to compile PD-specific information ...
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| parkinsons | 12/16/2006 |
Q: my mother-in-law is living with my husband and I and I have noticed a big change in her. She has ...
A: ] It's really hard for me to guess a stafe with so little information, but I'd guess your MIL is ...
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| About last stage | 12/11/2006 |
Q: My name is Susie and I have care for my mother in law in her home for the past 3 years our family ...
A: Yes, each experience with PD is individual, but it also follows a generally common progression of ...
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| are we at the end? | 12/7/2006 |
Q: Margot, My mom (mother-in-law)has was DX'd w/ PD 10-12 years ago,(her father died of the same). Her ...
A: I do not think you're over-reacting at all. Although I am always very hesitant to use the word ...
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| determining life expectancy | 12/7/2006 |
Q: Once an individual, 82 years old, has reached end stage parkinsons, is it common to live 5 years ...
A: Everyone's disease process is individual but I have seen many patients live 5 or more years in the ...
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| determining life expectancy | 12/6/2006 |
Q: My father in law is 82 and is in end stage parkinsons. He can talk, yet has short term memory loss. ...
A: Aside from the usual end-stage disease process, I will do my best to compile PD-specific information ...
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| parkionson | 11/28/2006 |
Q: my father is suffering from Parkinson disease from last 5 years but this days he ask for food more ...
A: I suggest you talk to your father's doctor and ask about trying Risperidone to treat his agitation. ...
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| parkinsons | 11/28/2006 |
Q: my gran has recently fallen into the last stage of parkinsons disease after suffering for eight ...
A: I'm sorry to read about your Gran, PD is a cruel disease. People can live many years in the ...
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| parkinson's disease V and End stages | 11/26/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if you could give me some help and answer some questions for me. My dad--is 78, is ...
A: I'm sorry to read about your Dad, PD is a cruel disease. People can live many years in the end-stage ...
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| end stage parkinsins | 10/24/2006 |
Q: My mother has suffered from Parkinsons for many years and is now 87. We have been told that she is ...
A: Aside from the usual stages of death, I will do my best to compile PD-specific information for you. ...
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| Parkinson Disease | 10/10/2006 |
Q: My father is 81 yo and has parkinsons disease, I think he has given up the fight....He won't eat and ...
A: Aside from the usual stages of death, I will do my best to compile PD-specific information for you. ...
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| final stage parkinsons | 10/9/2006 |
Q: He has not discussed life support, but his medical chart has DNR in it. Mom is torn between her ...
A: If he agreed to the DNR, then that can indicate he does not want heroic effrots, but it still needs ...
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| final stage parkinsons | 10/8/2006 |
Q: My father is in the final phase of Parkinson's. On Sept 18th, my mother discovered him semi-comatose ...
A: Has your father ever expressed his desire for Life Support; if so, you should follow his wishes. If ...
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| Rapidly declining Parkinsons | 10/5/2006 |
Q: My father, 87 yrs. old, was in process of being diagnosed for Parkinson's since March of this year. ...
A: Your description sounds very unusual for PD which is typically a slow progressive disease which ...
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| Parkinson's disease and dyspnoea | 10/2/2006 |
Q: just to let you know that all other possible causes have already been ruled out, he has has chest ...
A: Anxiety and SOB (Shortness of Breath) go hand in hand - most COPD patients experience Anxiety when ...
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| Parkinson's disease and dyspnoea | 10/1/2006 |
Q: My father has had PD for approx 25 years,and I suspect he is coming to the end stages. He has begun ...
A: Shortness of Breath can be a sign of an underlying treatable condition, and it can also be a normal ...
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| Parkinson doesn't talk | 9/29/2006 |
Q: ------------------------- Followup To he has been evalued by ot and was told to use a thicket ...
A: Yes, difficulty speaking is a common symptom of PD as are: Constipation Difficulty swallowing ...
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| weight loss | 9/29/2006 |
Q: My sister and I have a 60 year old mother who is what we believe to be signs of parkinsons disease ...
A: Weight-loss can be a sign of PD, but it can also be a sign of many other treatable conditions so I ...
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| Parkinson doesn't talk | 9/28/2006 |
Q: my husband was dignosed about 6 years ago and 1 1/2 years ago was told he was in the end stages. I ...
A: It's hard for me to guess about your husband's diagnosis, but it certainly could be PD. He needs to ...
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| Shaking | 9/28/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if parkinson comes on all of a sudden or gradualy? i am 22 years old and my hands ...
A: PD generally comes on slowly with a gradual progression of symptoms. I would suggest you go to your ...
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| end stage Parkinson's Disease | 9/21/2006 |
Q: We know that hearing is often one of the last abilities to go in a serverly ill person; what is the ...
A: Hearing is the last sense to go but PD patients often suffer Dementia as well, so it's hard to know ...
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| end stage Parkinson's Disease | 9/18/2006 |
Q: My father has Parkinson's Disease and I want to understand what should I expect the symptoms of the ...
A: Aside from the usual stages of death, I will do my best to compile PD-specific information for you. ...
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| information on parkinsons | 9/14/2006 |
Q: my dear -father -in law has just been diagnosed with parkinson's he is 83 and up until5-6 years ago ...
A: You need to get your FIL to a neurologist for proper assessment of his PD, also try to see if there ...
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| YOPD and End-Stages | 9/10/2006 |
Q: My mom just turned 50 and is in (as far as what I can tell from your description) stage V of PD. She ...
A: I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom, PD is a terrible disease. Unfortunately PD is a slow ...
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| jerking | 9/4/2006 |
Q: What else can a person take that won't make my husband jerk all night long; he is constantly moving ...
A: For those with mild to moderate symptoms, many physicians suggest certain lifestyle changes and ...
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| Parkinson's disease causes? | 8/27/2006 |
Q: I read the answers provided about there being no definitve causes of Parkinson's. My 86 yr old ...
A: Mayo Clinic researchers have found that using pesticides for farming or other purposes increases the ...
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| end stage Parkinson's disease | 8/27/2006 |
Q: My 86 yr old mother has Parkinson's disease, dx about 4 yrs ago, but has had symptoms for at least ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your Mom. If I was you I would request that the primary physician, primary ...
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| Blood Brain Barrier | 7/18/2006 |
Q: and most of what ive read that cannot find a medication that crosses the Barrier. I dont understand ...
A: The blood-brain barrier (BBB) is a membrane that controls the passage of substances from the blood ...
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| Parkinson's Stages | 7/14/2006 |
Q: My Uncle has been battling PD for a number of years and unfortunately I think his fight is coming to ...
A: Obviously I am speculating here, but yes it does sound to me like your Uncle could be close to the ...
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| End Stage Parkinson's Disease | 7/5/2006 |
Q: My father is going through the final stages of PD. He has extreme difficulty in swallowing, ...
A: As you say, this is a difficult and moral question - to prolong life or letnature take its course. ...
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| Tongue movement | 7/4/2006 |
Q: For the past seven months I have had the feeling that I am trying to swallow my tongue, I feel that ...
A: Are you taking any medications? The reason I ask is this symptom is common with many neuroleptic ...
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| medication info | 7/2/2006 |
Q: My husband does not have parkinson's disease but I took him to a "movement disorder" specialist who ...
A: Yes I would assume the medication very well could be causing the change in mood and behaviour as ...
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| parkinsons and psychosis | 5/31/2006 |
Q: My dad is 76yo with parkinson's for 20yrs. Two weeks ago he started hallucinating. He takes 5 ...
A: In the later stages of Parkinson's disease a patient may have cognitive side effects, or may develop ...
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| Info on Parkenson Disease | 4/25/2006 |
Q: The problem with me is that when I am in a stressful situation like giving a test for a job. I ...
A: Your symptoms do not indicate PD but are simply a result of chemicals like Epinephrine (Adrenaline) ...
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| End Stages of Parkinson's | 4/7/2006 |
Q: We have been told that my father is now in the end stages of Parkinson's disease. Is there any sort ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your Dad. This is always a difficult question to answer, and every family ...
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| end stage parkinson's disease | 4/4/2006 |
Q: I am a hospice nurse, I have a patient with Parkinson's Disease. She is bedbound, dependent for all ...
A: Honestly I can not imagine discharging an end-stage resident because their family wants Antibiotics ...
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| PD diagnosis and Insurance Companies | 2/14/2006 |
Q: Are you familiar with any info, or can you give any tips about how/where I might find info about: ...
A: I have not heard of this specific case, nor can I fid any similar articles online. I am however ...
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| Motor Neurons Disease | 2/10/2006 |
Q: My mother in law is 73 years old and has been diagnosed with motor neurons disease. She has also ...
A: I did a Google search for "Motor Neurons Disease due to Simvastatin" and found: "Scholarly articles ...
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| Dropouts | 1/10/2006 |
Q: My mum has been told by her Doc' that her falls are as a result of "dropouts", a symptom of her P.D. ...
A: I have nevr heard of Low BP referred to as "Dropouts', but I do know that various disorders and ...
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| Son's constant shaking | 1/8/2006 |
Q: My 19 year old son has severe shaking (his arm's and hands ). he has had this problem for about 9 ...
A: PD is generally a disease people over 50 get, but some people in their 20s or 30s can get young ...
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| End-stage PD | 1/6/2006 |
Q: My father (aged 85) has had PD for over a dozen years and is experiencing end-stage difficulties – ...
A: I think the best thing to do is to request a Care Conference where you can sit down with the Doctor ...
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| parkinson's | 12/4/2005 |
Q: My mother has been prescribed lodosyn. She is 78. I believe I read something some time ago about ...
A: I reviewed Levodopa's pharmacological guidelines and did not find any warnings about geriatric doses ...
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| skin patch skin irritation | 10/31/2005 |
Q: Currently there is clinical trial ongoing employing lisuride-releasing skin patches ...
A: Although I am not familiar with this particular study or skin reaction, I am familiar with typical ...
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| Parkinson's | 8/10/2005 |
Q: My grandfather died of Parkinson's. I'm 45 and have muscle twitching in my chest and upper arm in ...
A: Unfortunately, a symptom like Muscle Spasm or Twitching could be caused by a few hundred conditions, ...
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| Maybe | 6/2/2005 |
Q: I have a friend (really it is a friend) who has developed the following symptoms in order over about ...
A: I really can't guess what's going on with your friend but I sincerely doubt it's PD as it has ...
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| CAT scan | 5/12/2005 |
Q: My husband has a terrible head tic. He has had an EEG and a CAT scan but could not have an MRI ...
A: Unfortunately, there is no diagnostic test that can confirm Parkinson's disease. Laboratory testing ...
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| end stages | 4/14/2005 |
Q: I am a nurse for Hospice,a patients family is wanting info on end stages of parkinsons.I have looked ...
A: Aside from the usual stages of death, I will do my best to compile PD-specific information for you. ...
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| mercury poisoning leading to Parkinson's ... | 4/9/2005 |
Q: I have come across the above claim (about mercury poisoning leading to Parkinson's - along with ...
A: Any living being can be affected by toxins such as Mercury, including kitties. I'm not an expert ...
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| Is there a vaccination for... | 11/29/2004 |
Q: Is there a vaccination for Parkinson's disease? If so, when is it given? Is there immunity to teh ...
A: At this time, No, there is no vaccination for Parkinson's disease No, there's no immunity to the ...
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| Head tremor | 10/28/2004 |
Q: I have a question about a tremor I don't think is related to Parkinson's, but maybe you can give me ...
A: I really can't diagnos over the internet but I can share my opinion based on 20 years of nursing. I ...
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