Re: Broken Blood Vessels

["Bonnie Cunningham, R.N." <bcunning@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Once again, we have to realize that not every ailment that occurs in
someone with Parkinson's is caused by the Parkinson's.  It is important to
do what you have done and get those broken blood vessels checked by a
doctor and have blood work to determine the possibilities. Good luck!

Bonnie Cunningham, R.N.
Patient Services Director
National Parkinson Foundation


Date:    Thu, 27 Aug 1998 05:13:19 -0700
From:    Suraiya Lutchmedial <suraiyapathan@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Broken Blood Vessels

                For a couple weeks now I have noticed blac spots on my arms
and legs which come and go after a while.  This spots become painful
especially on the arms.  Could this be a symptom of Parkinson or perhaps a
side effect of the medication I am taking.  I have been afflicterd with
this disease for nearly eighteen years.  I am coping with sinemet, permax
and for the last two years tasmar. I have taken some blood tests and will
soon see my specialist for the results.
                Is anyone out there experiencing a similar illness?  What
are you doing about it.  Thanks for some information.  Suraiya