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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 got an attorney and was approved first time and only took about 4 wks. Attorney takes a cut of your first check which is retro active to filing date so first check is big
I didn't have any problem getting disability since my career was working for the Deaf. I was a sign language interpreter, and because of the tremors, I could no longer interpret. I can still sign but… read more
This does not sound right but everyone is different. I would get a seccond opinion.
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
Erinanne! 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗
HOSPICE also provides Aide for bathing, Social Worker for support, Chaplain for prayer and support and RN for education and management of pain and other symptoms.-Some even have music therapy-very… read more
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
Parkinson can cause you to die but you don't have to
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.
My YOPD testimony for Parkinson’s awareness month
