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Multiple System Atrophy

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Dallas, TX
October 26
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) is a type of parkinsonism, which is a syndrome characterized by symptoms such as bradykinesia (slowed movements), tremors, loss of balance, and stiffness. MSA is one of the less common types of parkinsonism, distinct from Parkinson's disease but sharing some similar symptoms.

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Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) is a type of parkinsonism, which is a syndrome characterized by symptoms such as bradykinesia (slowed movements), tremors, loss of balance, and stiffness. MSA is one of the less common types of parkinsonism, distinct from Parkinson's disease but sharing some similar symptoms.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the article on potential respiratory complications with Parkinson’s disease [here](https://www.MyParkinsonsTeam.com/resources/pote...).

October 26
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Teresa Baker here on the forum also has it. She has written quite a bit about MSA.

October 29
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I was diagnosed with MSA the last week of August, 2022 when I was 60. Kind of a "Boot to the Head" in the parlance of Monte Python. Now every time I have something different happen, the question, "Is it related to the MSA" playing in the back of my mind!

October 28
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I haven’t heard of it, either. Thanks for sharing.

October 28
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

A good friend and neighbor of mine was diagnosed with MSA. Unfortunately, he has progressed very quickly. He is the only person I know that has it, so I can’t speak to how most or the median progression is. Sorry, but keep talking and questioning
Thom

October 26

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