Question 1

how is progressive supranuclear palsy (psp) diagnosed?

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Cannot look up: Similar to but worse prognosis than Parkinson's disease sharing the rigidity and poverty of movements, inability to look up with head kept straight.

Question 2

how can you refresh you eyes after the computer or psp?

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Artificial tears: Computers exacerbate dry eye syndrome.  You may increase tear volume by drinking more fluids, supplement with preservative free artificial tears; improve tear quality by eating more fish (omega 3 fatty acids).  Rest, either by taking frequent breaks and adequate sleep are also helpful. See an eye care professional for advanced treatments such as punctual plugs, Restasis eye drops, etc.

Question 3

what is the prognosis for progressive supranuclear palsy?

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Fair to poor: Fair to poor, depends on how severe it is.

Question 4

what are the complications of progressive supranuclear palsy?

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Falls: Usually starts with falls swallowing difficulties are also seen.

Question 5

are there alternative names of progressive supranuclear palsy?

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YES: The previous name for psp was steele-richardson-olszewski syndrome.

Question 6

what are the treatments for progressive supranuclear palsy?

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Largely ineffective: Parkinson's meds (eg levodopa) and therapy (physical/ occupational/ speech/ swallow) might help a bit, but their benefits tend to be very limited in psp.

Question 7

could anesthesia cause progressive supranuclear palsy (psp)?

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PSP: There is zero evidence linking PSP to any form of anesthesia. Having said that it is also true that the cause(s) of PSP are unknown. Its virtually unheard of in people under 40. It is known that an abnormal protein (tau) builds up like some other neuro degenerative diseases. If you have PSP, you would be more at risk for other complications of anesthesia.

Question 8

is it possible for anesthesia cause progressive supranuclear palsy (psp)?

Accepted Answer

NO: Psp was described by steele and richardson many years ago.  It was then found to be a progressive disease similar to parkinsons.  It is assumed that it is a form of slow virus, but no definite or consistent cause has been uncovered.  Certain stress states may bring out the symptoms, including surgery and anesthesia, but can not be considered as the cause.

Question 9

can you take tyrosine and 5 htp with carbid/levodopa 
he was just diagnosed with beginning parkinsons maybe psp ?

Accepted Answer

My reaction: Not sure why the patient would want to take tyrosine, and 5-hydroxytryptophan added to the Carbidopa-Levodopa, as this will provide No benefits.  If this is Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, there is a big challenge, as PSP is unresponsive to the above meds.  This needs sorting out with a movement disorder specialist.

Question 10

my grandmother has been diagnosed with psp. she is complaining of extreme discomfort caused by ear blockage. how do we ease the ear blockage issue ?

Accepted Answer

There is nothing: about PSP (Progressive supranuclear palsy) that would preclude the ability to perform ear cleaning and unblockage nor that would preclude the use of analgesic medications for pain. You need to take her to a health care professional to flush/clean her ears and prescribe pain medications.

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