Question 1

can neurodegenerative diseases be the result of a fat starved body?

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Fat and neurodegenea: Not directly. The pritican diet is very fat derived and i never heard of an increase in such diseases in that group. On the other hand essential fats are relevant in CNS development and in effective antioxidation. See http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pubmed/14988463.

Question 2

what can be done in adolscence to lower risk of neurodegenerative diseases?

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Not much: Well balanced diet, regular exercise, good sleep habits and adequate water intake are all mainstays of health.  There is nothing specific which will lower the risk of nd disease.

Question 3

can you have 4 normal mri scans and a normal pet/ct fdg 18 fusion scan and still have a neurodegenerative diseases?

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Not clear: Am perplexed as to why you have had all of these studies.  Maybe question to be asked is etiology of your burning pain.  Have your doctors considered fabry's disease or a small fibre neuropathy, both of which might explain your symptoms?

Question 4

what are the concerns with having degenerative nerve diseases?

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Loss of sensation: I'm assuming you are referring to peripheral nerve degeneration, which typically affects the longest nerves (toes and feet followed by fingers and hands).  Loss of sensation predisposes to skin trauma and ulcers as well as joint changes.  Loss of strength typically occurs later in the course.

Question 5

how can you make sure you don't get degenerative nerve diseases?

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Nerve diseases: Which disease you have on mind? Just don't get old! i guess the disease that comes to my mind is B12 deficiency which may be treated. It causes anemia, peripheral neuropathy and dementia. Check your levels during your yearly physical exam or if you have symptoms suggestive of the above. Other neurological conditions cannot be prevented.

Question 6

does neurodegenerative disease show up as progressively worse in repeat mris?

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: Some do, some don’t. It has to do with the type of neuro degenerative disorder and variants as some are rapidly progressive, while others progress slowly or based on acute events.

Question 7

what is neurodegenerative disorder?

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MANY neuro disorders: 'neurodegenerative' disorder literally means a disorder of the 'nervous system' (brain, spinal cord, nerves) that is likely to 'degenerate' (not get better/get worse with time).  Many  neurological diseases fit in this category: parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, als=lou gehrigs, cerebeller degeneration,  etc..  Treatment is aimed at promoting quality of life.

Question 8

what are different ways to treat neurodegenerative disease?

Accepted Answer

See below: This is where the future of medicine lies--- oxygen and vitamins! the trouble is that modern medicine thinks that this is futile and it needs detailed research. We actually know that at least some, if not all have abnormal vitamin b1 metabolism and  clinical trials have shown that alzheimer's responds partially to vitamin b1.

Question 9

what things can i do to treat neurodegenerative disease at home?

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Good question: We now know that some of these diseases are associated with metabolism involving vitamin b1 (thiamine) and magnesium. There is some evidence in the meedical literature that there is a partial response of alzheimer's to large doses of thiamine. I suggest  that you read my blog "oxygen the spark of life" that you can google.

Question 10

looked up neurodegenerative disease but still unsure what it is.?

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Neurodegenerative: Neuodegenerative diseases are confusing because the term refers to an assortment of different degenerative processes that can occur in the nervous system. Alzheimer's disease is one. Peripheral neuropathy is another. For a more complete discussion and listing of the disorders, look up this link: http://www.Indkc.Org/neurodegenerative.Html.

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