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Frequently Asked Questions
Living with Parkinson’s
16 results
Sep 10 2009
Q:My spouse suffers from PD and one of his symptoms is retropulsion. This had caused him to fall several times, both with the use of a walker and without, resulting in physical damage. He has shattered his hip twice and had to undergo surgery twice within ten months. He has had physical therapy, including gait and balance training. What else can be done to help him? (LR)Show Answer
Aug 14 2008
Q:I help with a support group for Parkinson's, and I find that patients and caregivers often do not talk about the problems of the sufferer which leads to frustration. How can the two start talking? (DE)Show Answer
Aug 14 2008
Q:I run a support group for people with Parkinson's disease. I'd really appreciate any suggestions you might have for topics/speakers/resources to use in the group. Thank you!Show Answer
(PS)
Aug 14 2008
Q:My husband has been diganosed with Parkinson's disease. He has been taking medication. He has been having trouble with getting a full erection. Is this a side effect of the medication or the disease itself? Is there anything we can do? (anonymous)Show Answer
Aug 14 2008
Q:Is it common for a PD patient to experience fluctuating blood pressure, weakening of legs and subsequent falls? (AB)Show Answer
Aug 14 2008
Q:My friend is 83 years old and has Parkinson's disease. He has been getting dizzy and his legs give out. Is that part of Parkinson's? Can anything be done for it? (NA)Show Answer
Aug 14 2008
Q:My father is currently a taxi driver; will having mild Parkinson's prevent him from continuing his job?Show Answer
(JM)
Aug 14 2008
Q:I wanted to know if people who have Parkinson's and are on medication for it should be driving cars. My father-in-law has it and he is 76 years old and still insists on driving his car but I want to know if it is safe for him to drive at all? (MP)Show Answer
Aug 14 2008
Q:From what moment on is it dangerous to drive a car for a PD patient? (anonymous)Show Answer
Aug 14 2008
Q:Does the PDF staff know of any programs for caregivers to help with chores at home that the patient is no longer able to do, such as snow blowing, home maintenance, etc. (RA)Show Answer
