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How Safe And How Successful Is Dbs For Parkinsons

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Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease has shown significant success and carries certain risks. Here are the key points:

Success
- Improvement in Motor Symptoms: More than 70% of… read more

October 13, 2024

My Husband Has Thick Mucus In The Back Of His Throat Each Morning. I Give Musinex And He Gargles With Warm Water. Any Other Suggestions?

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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Managing thick mucus in the throat, especially for someone with Parkinson's disease, can be challenging. Here are some additional suggestions based on my knowledge base:

- Stay Hydrated: Ensure he… read more

October 13, 2024

How Important Is The Time Difference Between Taking Co-caroldopa And Eating A Meal- Which Should Come First?

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Finchley, london

I take co caroldopa four times a day 2x25mg

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Ialwys try to take the c/l first - certainly prior to eating protein.

October 13, 2024

Is There Any Medication Or Therapy Being Developed To Treat Brain Cell Death Of The Parkinson’s Disease?

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Los Angeles, CA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes, there are new treatment strategies being developed to address brain cell death in Parkinson’s disease:

- Gene Therapy: Researchers are exploring the use of a harmless virus to protect… read more

October 12, 2024

Is There A Medication Or Therapy For The Parkinson’s Disease That Prevents Brain Cells From Dying Being Developed Now?

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Los Angeles, CA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes, researchers are currently exploring new treatment strategies to protect dopamine-producing cells in the brain. One approach involves using a harmless virus to deliver gene therapy. Additionally… read more

October 12, 2024

Does Somebody Take Trazadon For Sleeping ? If Not, How Do You Deal With Sleeping? Have You Heard About The Side Effects Of Trazadon ?

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Woodland Hills, CA

Also, Melatonin side effects for long term are awful.
What do you think?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Trazodone is not specifically mentioned in my knowledge base for treating insomnia related to Parkinson's disease. However, there are several strategies and treatments for managing sleep issues in… read more

October 12, 2024

My Name Is Roline McCarty And December 15 Of Last Year I Had DBS Surgery. Since I Had The Surgery I Have A Hard Time To Walk And I Pass Out

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Macon, GA

I pass out 3 to4 times some days and the doctor can't find what's wrong.

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

🙏🙏🙏🙏♥️

October 21, 2024

I Had DBS Surgery Last Year On December 15. Since I Had The Surgery I Have A Hard Time To Walk, And I Pass Out Sometime 3or 4.times A Day.

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Macon, GA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties you're experiencing. It's important to contact your doctor immediately if you experience severe headaches, fever, chills, blindness, vision changes, or pain… read more

October 12, 2024

Is There Any Body, Who Had Been Cured Completely From Parkinson?

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Doonside, AU
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Currently, there is no known cure for Parkinson's disease. The focus of treatment is on managing symptoms and improving quality of life. Advances in medical research aim to slow down the rate of… read more

October 12, 2024

What’s Latest In Curer For Parkinson..?

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Doonside, AU
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Are you interested in the latest advances in Parkinson's disease treatment? Here are some key points from my knowledge base:

- New Medications: Recent approvals include
- Xadago (safinamide) in… read more

October 12, 2024
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