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What are the Parkinson’s Plus Syndromes? It is best to think of the Parkinson’s Plus syndromes as the sisters of Parkinson’s disease. Although many diseases are similar to Parkinson’s disease, the changes they produce and their symptoms are slightly different. It’s why we think of these diseases as the sisters of Parkinson’s disease. Another name … Read more
After reading what your doctor wrote, you may have wondered: What is PSP? PSP means “Progressive Supranuclear Palsy”. It is a Parkinson’s Plus Syndrome. Some diseases are like Parkinson’s disease. But they also have extra symptoms. So, they are called “Parkinson’s Plus Syndromes”. PSP is the most common Parkinson’s Plus Syndrome. If you have PSP, … Read more
Diseases which look like Parkinson’s disease, but have additional features are called “Parkinson’s Plus” syndromes. You can read more about Parkinson’s Plus Syndromes here. Multiple System atrophy (MSA) is a Parkinson’s Plus syndrome. In MSA, a component of our nervous system called the “Autonomic Nervous System” is also affected. This causes problems in body functions … Read more
At present, we do not have a Miracle Cure for PSP. But that does not mean that a cure will never be available. Diseases such as Hepatitis-C were incurable. They now have cures. We should keep ourselves healthy for the future. Some medications may decrease symptoms. Also, non-medication treatment is essential. Non-medication treatment includes swallowing … Read more
A DAT scan or F-DOPA PET scan can be used for Parkinson’s diagnosis. But, Parkinson’s disease is primarily a clinical diagnosis. In other words, an evaluation of symptoms & examination by a doctor experienced in Parkinson’s disease is usually sufficient for diagnosis and treatment. Usually, your history a thorough examination is better than any testing … Read more
Parkinson’s and falling, unfortunately, go hand in hand. Most patients with Parkinson’s disease have some imbalance. In uncomplicated Parkinson’s disease, falls are less common. But: If you have recurrent falls or If you are falling backwards, Parkinson’s disease may not be the right diagnosis. If you do have Parkinson’s disease, adequate treatment helps you move … Read more
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