Dr. Gilbert Hosts: Ask the Doctor Anything

In this episode of APDA’s popular series Dr. Gilbert Hosts, Dr. Gilbert answered your unanswered questions - about all aspects of Parkinson’s disease!
2:01 What is Parkinsonism vs Parkinson’s disease?
06:08 How effective is Sinemet in alleviating tremor?
12:02 What anti-nausea medications are effective against nausea in PD?
14:08 What over-the-counter and prescription medications are recommended for constipation in PD?
20:53 What are your thoughts on Pimavanserin (Nuplazid) for delusions and hallucinations?
26:55 Are there any promising clinical trials going on right now?
29:04 What rigirous studies have been done to show that exercise is helpful for PD symptoms?
34:01 What research is being done on freezing of gait?
38:00 Is the test for Parkinson’s disease available in clinic now?
46:58 Is CBD helpful for PD symptoms?
52:13 What helps with levodopa induced dyskinsias?
55:57 What is your opinion on deep brain stimulation (DBS) for PD?
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12:30mt. I'm not to eat an hour before, an hour after taking, my Sinemet, because of the interaction with proteins.Morning and noon, are not such a big problem but dinner is. How do other people deal with this restriction?