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The only good thing about vascular parkinsonism is that it's not progressive; no 5 stages; it's still not easy, but should not deteriorate more. I can skip a dose of Levodopa and get away with it. It does on occasion make me fall asleep unawares; my issue with levodopa is that it causes heartburn. I have searched for a remedy and aloe Vera juice works as does eating an apple.
If it weren't for the severe pain of severe osteoarthritis, I think I could function better.
I have taken the step of hiring 2 helpers from Home Instead. They do light housekeeping and help with meal prep and clean up; the two I have are also good conversationalists I have done that to take some pressure off my daughter who works; it's pricy, but I don't spend much money on anything else except groceries.
The severity of Parkinson's disease is primarily determined by how much symptoms impact daily activities and quality of life. In mild cases (Stages 1-2), motor symptoms may only affect one side of the body or both sides mildly, with minimal interference in daily routines. People can typically live independently, though some Show Full Answer
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