My neurologist has recommended for DBS . As per the data ,I am informed that the success rate is 90%.Here also the neurologists are divided in two. Few says that medicine will continue even after DBS while other say no.
I would request those who have been operated for DBS to share their actual experience after the surgery
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I had DBS surgery in 2008. It made a remarkable difference in my life. I was on no medication until 2 1/2 years ago. From what I was told, not needing any medication afterwards was unusual. Like any other PD therapy, results vary from individual to individual and it can take a bit of trial and error to find the ideal stimulation settings. My one suggestion would be to find a surgeon with a proven track record of success. The leads in the brain require very precise placement and you don't want to be the first or second patient the surgeon is treating. If I can help in any way, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Pauldmd, Do you know your H&R stage or were your symptoms pretty bad? My Neuro has also asked me to consider DBS but I have always seen it as a late stage thing. I am currently a H&R 2 to 2.5. My neurology team want me to increase my Sinemet and agonist doses but it gives me debilitating anxiety and agitation...
I differ from Paul in that my team claim that they know of hardly anyone who has managed to give up their drugs. I had dbs a year ago here in the U.K. it’s made a huge difference to my dystonia and bradykinesia but has messed up my voice quite badly too?
No not really.i think it’s best to delay it as long as possible.it’s been good for me though I’m still surprised at my off time a bit and the amount of drugs that I still have to take?
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