Depends on cause: If lots of chorea, they may be burning too many calories, in which case treating chorea (tetrabenazine, anti-psychotics) may help. If depression with poor appetite, treat depression. Calorie supplementation with ensure or other supplements may help. Consider swallowing evaluation as well, especially if they have more advanced disease, to ensure no difficulty there limiting food intake.
Answered 10/22/2013
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Exercise and diet: 1- weight resistance training with a good physical therapist. 2- see a nutritionist to assess calorie/ protein intake and need for supplements.
Answered 3/29/2013
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