Tue Aug 28, 2007 4:07 am Post subject: Q: The progression in Parkinson's disease
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The progression of Parkinson's are as follows:
1. Honeymoon period
With the improvement in the syndrome of PD with drug treatment, sufferers of Parkinson's generally do well during the first five to seven years of treatment.- the" honeymoon period"
2.The Progression in PD
The "honeymoon Period is rather Short-lived. After five to seven years of treatment with levodopa, sufferers of Parkinson's will have increasing slowness of movement and tremor. The physical disability is due to the progression of PD itself, appearance of levodopa-resistant symptoms or development of motor complication.
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Kathrynne Holden, MS, RD
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Posted: Tue Aug 28, 2007 7:03 am Post subject:
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Again, thanks for the comments. I would mention, however, that treatments, including surgeries and medications, along with better understanding of the benefits of nutrition and exercise, have greatly improved the health and longevity of most people with PD.
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Kathrynne Holden, MS, RD
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