Water and dehydration by Dr.Chew
Post subject: Water and Dehydration?Water is the one of the most important components of cells in many vital organs (including the brain). Water plays a major role in maintaining the integrity of the blood-brain barrier. Thus, dehydration certainly causes brain cell dysfunction. However, it difficult to ascertain whether the degree of cell dysfunction, due to dehydration, is sufficient to lead to brain diseases such as Parkinson's Disease. Dr Chew, NeurologlistBack to top
Dr. OkunJoined: 19 Jan 2007Posts: 251Location: University of FloridaPosted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 1:10 pm Post subject:Thank you for the comment. Dehydration has been linked to worsening symptoms, but is not linked to causing PD. I agree._________________Michael S. Okun, M.D.
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