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.
When the DMV “seized “ my driver’s license due to my neurologist being a mandated reporter had to report to the DMV, my neurological condition, I was subsequently issued a California disabled Senior… read more
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.
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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
U are doing the right thing. Ur doctor can help
This does not sound right but everyone is different. I would get a seccond opinion.
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
One might also say that since we all die eventually, but without knowing when, we can only live one day at a time. Therefore live the best you can each day.
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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
We found that after 4 years the carbidopa-levodopa meds were causing a lot of difficult symptoms. We scaled back on that and found a balance but it got rid of the long bouts of gasping for air and… read more