Dementia with Parkinson's and Epilepsy

[Adlon57]

Speed of dementia caused by Parkinson's and epilepsy, any form of relief possible?

[Adlon57]

I have neurofibromatosis, with at least two major effects, epilepsy and scoliosis, does it speed up dementia with my Parkinson' disease?

[Enpea]

Check his meds. Several PD meds cause symptoms of dementia.

[Adlon57 in reply to Enpea]

Enpea - I am taking Epilim for Epilepsy, apparently some of it's side effects include Parkinson's Disease like symptoms , tremors, loss of concentration, unsteady on one's feet, short term memory loss even slight dementia, you could be onto something there, will get in touch with specialist about this.

Thanks!

[Adlon57]

Enpea- Apparently due to my Epilepsy consultant retiring leaving me on a high medication, long terms of this medication -Epilim over a long period left me with Parkinson's disease type symptoms, a DAT scan proved I had Parkinson type effects. My father had Parkinson's disease so I thought the worst! Since having various discussion's with medical personals, my epilepsy medication was reduced. Dramatic improvement!!! My GP agreed, no Parkinson's disease! I am actually crying writing this comment.

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