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Frequently Asked Questions
Symptoms: Nonmotor
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Aug 12 2008
Q:My Mother is concerned about my Father lately. He is displaying signs of forgetfulness and dizziness, and he sits with a blank stare while his mouth hangs open. Are these symptoms of Parkinson's? (anonymous)Show Answer
Aug 12 2008
Q:My wife's 94-year-old Grandmother was diagnosed with PD. Would it be a normal occurrence for her to have a lack of desire to talk for extended periods of time (four-five days)? She has been able to speak in recent weeks but does not want to talk now. Could this be physiologic or mostly psychologic depression/frustration? Thank you very much for your help. (BR)Show Answer
Aug 12 2008
Q:I was diagnosed as having PD about 7 years ago. I am now 52. I have been doing well with my medications (Sinemet, Mirapex and Symmetrel) but since I have been on these drugs, I have been having dental problems. For the past several years, I have had 7 infected teeth all needing root canals. I would appreciate any information I can receive. (anonymous)Show Answer
Aug 12 2008
Q:Has there ever been a study that connects dental fillings (i.e., mercury in amalgam) to Parkinson's disease? Would removing the fillings reduce the severity of the symptoms (tremors, etc.) and/or prolong the length of time for the symptoms to become worse? (anonymous)Show Answer
Aug 12 2008
Q:Overnight, my father began blowing bubbles with his saliva. He also makes a clicking noise with his mouth. After seeing 8 doctors, he was diagnosed with a form of Parkinson’s. He does not seem to have any other symptoms. Have you ever heard of this before? (MJ)Show Answer
Aug 12 2008
Q:Does Parkinson's disease cause problems with the mouth and gums, such as the tendency for gums to bleed? (anonymous)Show Answer
Aug 12 2008
Q:My wife has Parkinson's disease and she is having trouble controlling her bowel movements. She also has painful bowel movement attacks during the day, but not at night. What can be done to help her? (LL)Show Answer
