My sister is about to start Apokyn which is a rescue drug that is injected( like diabetes’ injectable with small thin needle that doesn’t hurt). It supposed to kick in within 10-20 minutes and last about an hour while other carbidopa-levodopa kicks in ( takes about an hour for that). Anyone have experience with this drug?
I have never heard of these drugs. I will stick to THC it alot more natural.
I get tired of hearing people say that you don't die from Parkinson's. Instead you die from losing your balance and falling. You die from choking because you no longer can swallow. You die from sepsis or multiple system failure.
Following that logic can you say that someone didn't die from COVID? Instead they died from sepsis, pneumonia or many other related illnesses?
From my point of view, I recognize that many people with Parkinson's can live many years after their diagnosis. Albeit with… read more
you are a brave brave soul
This does not sound right but everyone is different. I would get a seccond opinion.
Erinanne! 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
I don’t sleep at night either. Parkinsons causes sleep disturbances and so does carbodopa levodopapjm.
Pjm🌹
I seem to not be able to control my anger as of late. I say too many things that can not be unsaid and have to constantly apologize, it's like my filter went away! What I say is always valid, but still hurtful. And then come the tears and sobs. Because I feel horrible for being an ass, then feel sorry for myself lol.
I feel that it all comes from pent up frustrations from just everyday bs, dropping things, forgetting things , another trip up the stairs, etc., etc.
Anyone else relate?
To Luckyladybb
I had a fully torn rotator cuff., for 3 months. I was in agony and tears 😢
When they saw it I was scheduled immediately for the surgery. For 6 months I was in pain and rehab. It was… read more
This is what I found . The timing of protein intake during levodopa administration is crucial. While some individuals may not experience issues with protein intake affecting medication absorption, for… read more
My mom was diagnosed with parkinson's without the tremors 5 years ago. At a recent neurologist appt., the doctor said that it's not the typical Parkinson's but rather Parkinson Plus with Lewy Body. (She's rapidly losing motor abilities which was the reason for the new diagnosis.) This was the first I've ever heard of the "plus". Anyone else hear of this? Thanks.
I was told I have Parkinsonism with Lewey body dementia
My husband was diagnosed in December at age 69. He has been going to the gym -- mostly walking on the treadmill and using the rowing machine. I'm wondering if there are specific exercises he should be doing and if a trainer would help. Thank you and warm wishes for your journey.
@A MyParkinsonsTeam Member Thank you for the 🫂 hug and here's a hug 🫂 for you.Have a wonderful day today 😀. Julie Olson 2.
chest x rays are clear; gasping and wheezing. have an albuterol nebulizer that helps some--any body else have this or know what helps? Thanks feeling desperate
My Primary care prescribed Spiriva Respimat 1.25MCG. INH SPR. 2 puffs daily. I also use VENTOLIN. HFA. 90MCG Inhaler for shortness of breath and wheezing. I also use a CPap and keep a canned supply… read more