Shortness of breath can develop in people with Parkinson’s when their medication starts wearing off or doesn’t work as well as it once did. If you’re on the same medication and dosage for a long time, it may start to be less effective. This can affect the brain chemicals responsible for movement and memory, causing issues Show Full Answer

Shortness of breath can develop in people with Parkinson’s when their medication starts wearing off or doesn’t work as well as it once did. If you’re on the same medication and dosage for a long time, it may start to be less effective. This can affect the brain chemicals responsible for movement and memory, causing issues like shortness of breath. To avoid this complication, your health care provider may suggest changing your medication dose or schedule.

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