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I’m A Caregiver. My Husband Is 84 Years Old. Diagnosed With PD 6 Years Ago. What Could Be His Life Expectancy?

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Boston, MA
January 15, 2024
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Nobody here can say. It depends on his general health (what other medical issues he has), genetics, activity level, symptoms, and, to some extent, luck. If he can avoid getting hospitalized or having a serious fall, he could live another 10-20 years. PD doesn't generally kill people. It's not like Alzheimers or some of the Parkinsonisms. If he can avoid choking on food or falling and hitting his head, PD will probably not cause his death.

January 15, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Thanks you, Ginny for your response. Understood!

January 15, 2024

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