By Colleen Doherty, MD Published Medically reviewed by Smita Patel, DOPrint Table of Contents Parkinson’s disease dementia (PDD) is a feature of Parkinson’s disease, a progressive movement disorder associated with both motor (movement-related) and nonmotor symptoms. Dementia causes symptoms like difficulties with memory and making decisions and changes in behavior and mood. It can develop on average about 10 years after PD-related movement symptoms, namely stiffness, shaking, slow movements (bradykinesia), and loss of balance.1 Approximately 20% to 40% of people currently living with PD have dementia, and up to 80% of people with PD…
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Cognitive Decline Symptoms in Young and Older Adults
By Mark Gurarie Medically reviewed by Smita Patel, DOPrint Table of Contents Cognitive decline—or cognitive impairment—is a reduction in the ability to remember, reason, learn, and pay attention. While some loss of these thinking skills is a normal part of aging, cognitive decline is when the loss is worse than expected for your age.1 Noticeable cognitive decline is most common in people older than 70, though younger adults are susceptible, too, as a number of neurological and psychological conditions cause this condition.2 This article breaks down the signs of cognitive decline, how it progresses,…
Read MoreFibro Fog and ME/CFS Brain Fog
Concentration and memory issues can result from fibromyalgia and ME/CFS By Adrienne Dellwo Medically reviewed by David Ozeri, MDPrint Table of Contents People with fibromyalgia or myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) experience a specific kind of cognitive dysfunction called fibro fog or brain fog. It involves: Some researchers suspect that pain, fatigue, and the need to constantly monitor your symptoms may prevent you from effectively directing your attention to things outside of yourself.1 This article explains ME/CFS and fibromyalgia brain fog, the mechanisms behind them, and how medications and other treatments can help clear the fog. Symptoms…
Read MoreNatural remedies for fibromyalgia
Natural remedies for fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a complex disorder that causes pain, tenderness, and fatigue in the muscles of specific parts of the body, including the neck, shoulders, back, hips, arms, and legs. The pain occurs when someone puts pressure on the affected areas. Doctors do not fully understand what causes fibromyalgia. Anyone can develop it, but it appears to be more common in women during middle age and in people with a history of rheumatoid arthritis or another autoimmune disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that fibromyalgia affects…
Read More6 Stages of Fibromyalgia I have 3 Stage What is your Stage?
6 Stages of Fibromyalgia Stage 1 You started experiencing pain and fatigue more than before, you’re not sure what is going on but you hurt and you are tired. You can hold a job, you can make it through your day, but you know something isn’t right… so it’s something you’re going to start researching. Stage 2 You are in pain a lot, sometimes taking an anti-inflammatory drug or what have you. You do not get much relief, and you have accepted the fact this is something you are going…
Read MoreLast Stage Of fibromyalgia wht is Your Stage?
Millions of people have fibromyalgia around the world. The symptoms of this condition include hyperalgesia, widespread muscle pain and fatigue, allodynia, neuropathic pain, headaches, digestive pain, and pelvic pain. A common symptom of fibromyalgia is widespread pain throughout the body. Pain can manifest in different ways and at different intensities. According to research, there are 7 stages of fibromyalgia and 8 types of pain. In this blog post, we’ll explore each of the 7 stages, including the warning signs, symptoms, and 8 pain management techniques. People with fibromyalgia can better…
Read MoreFibromyalgia & Long-Term Disability Benefits
BY MATT LALANDE in Long-Term Disability Fibromyalgia is a difficult disorder to diagnose, which can be incredibly frustrating for individuals who are living in pain, cannot work and who need to apply for long-term disability benefits. It’s often called the “invisible disease” and for doctors, it’s often referred to as a condition that is very difficult to diagnose. Living with fibromyalgia is not easy and can be very limiting for individuals who suffer from this condition. According to scientific researchers, fibromyalgia is more commonly diagnosed in women than men (up to 80-90%),…
Read MoreLady Gaga says this is what having fibromyalgia feels like: ‘It’s every day waking up not knowing how you’re going to feel’
Five years ago, Lady Gaga revealed that she had fibromyalgia, a chronic illness so intense that it led to “severe pain” and tour cancellations during her music career. Fibromyalgia is a long-lasting disorder that “causes pain and tenderness throughout the body,” according to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. But while its effects can have severe impacts on those with the disease, some people don’t view it as an actual medical condition — because it cannot currently be diagnosed through medical testing. People are often diagnosed with fibromyalgia because it’s the…
Read MoreFibromyalgia in Men: Important Facts About an Overlooked and Misunderstood Condition
It’s often said that more than 90 percent of people with fibromyalgia are women, but more recent studies suggest fibro in men is much more common than previously thought. When Zane K. suspected he had fibromyalgia, he mentioned it to his doctor. The response: “He laughed,” Zane recalled in a Facebook post, “and said it was a women’s syndrome.” He had to find a new doctor, endure months of tests, and get a recommendation to see a rheumatologist before he was finally diagnosed with the condition. CreakyJoints member Carl H.…
Read MoreHow to recognize fibromyalgia flares
Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that causes pain and tenderness throughout the body. Symptoms of fibromyalgia flares vary but often involve widespread pain, joint stiffness, and extreme sensitivity to stimuli. Scientists estimate that around 4 million adultsTrusted Source in the United States have fibromyalgia. Women are twice as likely to have fibromyalgia as men. Children can have fibromyalgia, but it is more common in older adults. When fibromyalgia pains flare up, every activity can seem more difficult. All people experience flares differently, and there can be different triggers depending on the person. This…
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