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My husband was diagnosed of Parkinson’s Disease a couple of years ago, he had severe fatigue, difficulty with mobility and sleeping. He was placed on Sinemet 3 times daily, which helped but only for a short while. So we decided to try alternative treatment and began on PD-5 protocol , It has made tremendous difference for my husband, he had improved walking balance, muscle strength and he is now very active. His Parkinson’s is totally under control, we got the treatment from binehealthcenter. com. This treatment is a breakthrough for PWP!
My husband who had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease for 2 years at the age of 63 had all his symptoms reversed with Ayurveda medicine from naturalherbscentre. com after undergoing their Parkinson’s natural protocol. God Bless all Parkinson’s Caregivers. Stay Strong, take small moments throughout the day to thank yourself, to love your self, and pray to whatever faith, star, spiritual force you believe in and ask for strength. I can personally vouch for these remedy but you would probably need to decide what works best for you.
Following a Parkinson's diagnosis, I think it is common to feel overwhelmed and start asking these kinds of questions. However, in the beginning it is essential to get a full understanding of what to expect from each stages. I found this article very helpful in learning what to expect from each stage: https://dakotahomecare.com/what-to-expect-in-each-stage-of-parkinsons/
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My husband was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's disease at 57.his symptoms were shuffling of feet,slurred speech, low volume speech, degradation of hand writing, horrible driving skills, right arm held at 45 degree angle, things were tough for me, but now he finally free from the disease with the help of total cure from ULTIMATE LIFE CLINIC, he now walks properly and all symptoms has reversed, he had trouble with balance especially at night, getting into the shower and exiting it is difficult,getting into bed is also another thing he finds impossible.we had to find a better solution for his condition which has really helped him a lot,the biggest helped we had was ultimate life clinic they walked us through the proper steps,am highly recommended this www.ultimatelifeclinic.com to anyone who needs help.
I don't usually talk much on the internet but I had to open up this time because a miracle happened in my life and my uncle's life. After struggling with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis ALS/MND, and My uncle with Parkinson's Disease too, for five years, We finally got helped by Dr. Ziza's, World Herbs Clinic Head doctor. keeping it to myself will be selfish of me. We used his herbal remedy for Three months and was fully reversed and now we have no symptoms of both condition. I urge you all having ALS/MND, and Parkinson's to give him a try. World herbs clinic will live forever, their doctors are so amazing.
I was diagnosed of Parkinson disease in 2016 , i stopped the medications prescribed due to severe side effects last year and started on natural treatments from VineHealth Clinic (VHC) in California, the herbal treatment has made a tremendous difference for me. My symptoms including tremors and muscle weakness all disappeared after the months long treatment! Go to ww w. vinehealthclinic. c om. This treatment is simply amazing!
I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 1 month after I turned 50. My grandma is 96 and had it since she was in her 20s. I have been on WORLDHERBSCLINIC MS HERBAL FORMULA , the first TWO MONTHS was daily and now I am on 3 times a week. It has made a tremendous difference for me. The fatigue never gets to me again. When I do too much, I don’t feel weak anymore.
My wife, with Parkinson's, was living in a recliner, with a commode, and or wheel chair. When, even with a patient rotator, a single person could no longer transfer her, we placed her in a hospital bed. Very soon, a few weeks, she would no longer eat. Now, six weeks later, under hospice care, drinking only water and sometimes a mix of orange juice and lemon aid, speaking only 10 words a day, with beautiful color, is still hanging on. It bothers me when I see her and her very poor way of life. I arrived on this page looking for how much longer she might live.
Our friend is 67 years old and seemed okay about a year ago. Yet we noticed his wife started to drive him around about 3 years ago. No one ever said anything about it but maybe something was going on back then. Guess hine sight is 50/50 after all. This is very hard to watch.
I can recommend a good book that a woman wrote about the struggles they went through with her husband with PD- very sad but may be helpful for folks here. The book is called "The Stranger Comes at Sundown" by Jane Kriete Awalt. It is pretty much the diary she kept as a caregiver for her husband and may offer guidance to many of the caregivers on this forum.
Excellent article- will be great for me to pass on to the people that call me. PD has taken over my "Friendly Beds" business (due to their typical bed mobility problems) and they are always seeking information.
I don't know when my grandfather was diagnosed, but he passed away at age 83, he died of pneumonia, but Parkinson's Diasease made him really suffer those last years.
We just had a very special friend that was diagnosed with Parkinson's & within 5 weeks died. I've never ever heard about Parkinson's taking someone's life so fast. How can this be?
My mother was diagnosed in 2013, but I'm sure she's had this disease a long time. My father and brother died within 4 months of each other and the stress of their deaths have progressed Parkinson's. She's rapidly deteriorating and its heart breaking. She's still alert and oriented, No dementia. She's on a modified diet with honey thicken liquids, her muscle strength is deteriorating, she's unable to stand for long periods. The quality of her voice has changed, her appetite had decreased and I'm considering a Peg tube for hydration and nutrition.
hey hi, this is krunal here, i just wanna know that does parkinson affected person can kill someone else? and how can we get them OK by home remedies? and is their any way to get parkinson totally off? and last one does parkinson affects person if he doesn't share something with other/depression? -please help me asap. it's an hearty request...
My uncle is confined to a bed battling PD and is currently in a nursing home facility. He is not able to do anything for himself, he can not talk or walk. He was always quiet, however, he was able to talk, But all of a sudden unexpectedly he stopped talking. We are concerned because even the doctors doesn't seem to know why he is not able to talk.
just found out a few weeks ago that my father have parkinsons diease witch it broke my heart i am now pregnant with my first child witch is his first grandbaby and i pray everyday that my son gets to grow up with his grandfather,
My mother has had Parkinsons for about 15 years and increasing dementia for half those years. She's in a nursing home now, in bed or a wheelchair, very frail, confused and barely able to speak but, over the years, she's broken both hips and had a number of strokes so she has other health issues on top of the Parkinsons. I really didn't think she'd get this far. Last week she moved to a larger private room and I put a bird feeder outside her window which gives her much pleasure. She has little quality of life now and we just go one day at a time..
My Grandma is severely affected and has suffered for 34 years! Yet occasionally she is able to get up and walk on her own, do some gardening and even house hold chores such as vacuuming, yet other days she is shaking so much she cant sit in a chair without wriggling out and can eat well as we cant get a spoon to her mouth. Parkinson's may be incurable but the will to live doesn't make it completely controlling. The worst is the now growing damage from endless medication causing hallucinations and occasional memory loss. This is also contributed by early dementia and now Arthritis giving her sore and achy joints. Baring in mind all this she still manages to go on world cruises, and several holidays a year, enjoy life and almost forget about her disadvantages.
A close family member had PD. He was diagnosed at 30 and passed away at 46. So he had it for 16 years. I remember after about 10 years he started hallucinating and went downhill. The last 2 or 3 years of his life was spent in a care home and he was in a chair all day, unable to move or talk properly.
My mother has it now too. She started showing symptoms 12 years ago. She is in a better way compared to when my other family member was at the 12 year mark. She has problems with mobility, sometimes hallucinates when she has a nap in the chair, but most days is exactly like before she had the disease with how she understands things.
I just pray that the disease doesn't progress any worse for at least 5 years and that she remains with us for 10 or more years
As Parkinson’s progresses, the patient sometimes experiences dementia, including memory difficulties. This makes it particularly important for the person to have a trustworthy, qualified caregiver with him or her at all times. Home care services provide a professional level of supervision and care, while also allowing the Parkinson’s patient to experience the benefits of being around loved ones and maintaining a reasonable level of independence.
Read JeanneGibbs advice above - many people live for a very long time with Parkinson's Disease and they have made great strides in the past years. Maybe try looking up the actor, Michal J. Fox as he suffers from it as well, but has a great outlook on it and has benefited by many of the new medications, etc. Sorry your Dad is so young to be afflicted with this disease. Hugs to you.
My father has Parkinson's disease. He was descovered with it about 3 years ago, at the age of 46. I'm only 17. I hope he is the rare one to make it 40-50 years with Parkinsons. I really hope he is there to walk me down the aisle, to see my kids, and to be the father my family and I need him to be. I can't even imagine losing him. Forever Daddy's little girl.
Parkinson's with Dementia (PDD) is pretty much the same disease as Lewy Body Dementia -- the name depends on which symptoms appeared first. The best thing you can do is find a doctor very knowledgable about these diseases. That might be a behavioral neurologist. There are many treatments available that address the many symptoms and add to quality of life. Many doctors would know nothing about this. You need to find a specialist.
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Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
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How Long Can a Person Live With Parkinson’s Disease?
-please help me asap. it's an hearty request...
My mother has it now too. She started showing symptoms 12 years ago. She is in a better way compared to when my other family member was at the 12 year mark. She has problems with mobility, sometimes hallucinates when she has a nap in the chair, but most days is exactly like before she had the disease with how she understands things.
I just pray that the disease doesn't progress any worse for at least 5 years and that she remains with us for 10 or more years