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Dysphasia & medication difficulties

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
Auckland, NZ

My husband is in hospital with swallowing problems. They don’t see to have answers. What about the pump to deliver Parkinsons medication?

March 17, 2023
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Also a speech therapist can teach exercises to help with Parkinson's swallowing problems.

March 18, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

@A MyParkinsonsTeam Member has had a
lot of success with the pump. See https://www.myparkinsonsteam.com/users/57d5b1e5...

March 18, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

They can use the pump to deliver Parkinson’s medication, but the generally start with other treatments:

https://www.michaeljfox.org/news/swallowing-and...

March 18, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I am sorry I can’t help.Sending you both a hug and take care ❤️

March 18, 2023

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