Anonymous
2 years
Parkinson Diease & Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP)
Hi, my mom is 62 years old , She had doing her brain operation (Hydrocephalus) on last year September. Recently her health problem become more worsen. We have bring her to see Neurologist and suspect that she had Parkinson disease. Doctor had give her the parkinson medicine but look like dont have any improvement and helpful. Some of her symptom now is like when she walking more likely to lean backward or fall backward, whole body like no energy and stiffness, forgetful, tremors in the hands, slurred speech , moody …etc. I have try on google search and found out this " Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PS) " disease buy I not sure whether my mom now is this or not. May I know what I can do for her now and is there any medicine treatment for this type of sick.
Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli,
2 years
Hello and good afternoon.
Thank you for your question.
Based on your question, I understand that you are worried about your problem. I will try to help you.
For your information, Individuals experience Parkinson’s Disease symptoms differently, although some can be an early marker of the disease.
These include the following:
- Sleep disorders such as REM sleep apnea and other sleep disorders
- loss of scent
- tremors, particularly in one hand
- difficulties moving or walking or a stooped stride
- constipation
- lack of facial expression, which may make the person appear emotionless a low or soft voice
Along with the primary motor symptoms, a person may experience the following:
- stoop or lean forward as though walking swiftly
- walk with their arms stiffly by their sides
- suffer from muscle spasms
- Drool occurs, you feel fatigued, and you have difficulties writing with a small, cramped hand.
- have trouble coordinating their motions
- make involuntary movements and contract muscles for an extended period of time
- lose facial expression, which can make the speaker appear indifferent or cause them to stare fixedly with unblinking eyes experience sexual dysfunction
- speak more softly, slur or repeat phrases, adopt a monotonous tone of voice, or speak at different rates, either quicker or slower
- have difficulties swallowing
However, since you have consulted with a neurologist before, I suggest you do a follow-up with the neurologist as they have a better understanding on the condition of your mother. You can also contact our doctor online for further information and treatment.
I hope this answer helps you. Thank you.