Dysautonomia and P.D.

[Jeff_R]

Has anyone here been diagnosed with Mitral Valve Prolapse Syndrome/Dysautonomia? My neurologist says that my "Parkinsonism" (he is unsure which I have...P.D. or M.S.A.), is being caused by the dysautonomia. I have temors, orthostatic intolerance, dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, and ataxia. If you have been diagnosed with dysautonomia and/or Parkinsonism, I would like to hear from you. Thanks.

[Kadie57]

Be certain of a Parkinsonism diagnosis This "ism" means to the insurance world that you have Parkinson of an unknown origin and they (Ins Co) might not pay. In my case the "ism " was removed and the I "JUST" had Parkinson. Get tested for Lymse Disease (Deer tick) that is what start my journey with PD. Good Luck. Better days ahead.

[PatV]

Have you seen a neurologist specializing in movement disorder? Sounds like you need a second and third opinion!

[Hikoi]

Well dysautomnia ie autonomic dysfunction is common in parkinsons.

" Autonomic dysfunction is almost always present in patients with Parkinson disease, although its severity varies greatly. The same neurodegenerative process that affects the nerves involved in the control of movement within the brain also affects the nerves involved in autonomic control outside the brain. ".

Lots more articles on the net.

Mitral valve problem is different.

[R8360V]

I had rheumatic fever when I was 12 yrs old and left my mitral valve damaged, but to date nearly my whole life there has not been any problems, as you know I suffer from genetic Parkinsonism but never knew my mitral valve had anything to do with it.