Is Parkinsons fatal?
Research shows that Parkinson’s is not fatal. A recent study, however, indicates that “mortality is two to five times as high among affected persons as among age-matched controls resulting in a marked reduction in life expectancy.” (Lang, A.E. & Lozano, A.M. Medical progress: Parkinson’s Disease; First of two parts; New England Journal of Medicine, 1998; 339:1044-1063.
No, but complications can be. These include injuries after falls, since the disease impairs balance, or blood clots associated with immobility. And problems with swallowing can lead to serious complications. Resources • American Parkinson Disease Association National Young Onset Center: youngparkinsons.org or 1-877-223-3801. • National Parkinson Foundation: parkinson.org or 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636). • Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research: www.michaeljfox.org or 1-800-708-7644.
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