Parkinson's Disease and Deep Brain Stimulation: A Story of Patience, Perseverance and Hope
Follow the author as he tells the raw and unflinching story of the shock and heartbreak of his years-long battle with Parkinson's disease, from his diagnosis through the twists, turns and ultimate success of the deep brain stimulation surgery.
After years of managing the progressive symptoms of Parkinson's disease Brian Miles had a decision to make. Should he continue to rely on drugs that were becoming more numerous, more expensive and less effective in controlling his symptoms or should he make the very significant commitment to undergo deep brain stimulation surgery. As he contemplated this momentous decision, he began writing a blog to capture the essence of the experience. After grappling with more unforeseen complications than he could have imagined, he came out on the other side not only with a story to tell, but with a contemporaneous blog to help him tell it. In this living example of patience, perseverance and the resilience of the human spirit, the author tells the story of:
The complex emotions arising from the diagnosis and management of the disease.His personal struggle to find the appropriate medical team to best manage his case.The many practical considerations that needed to be taken into account surrounding the procedure.The psychological acceptance of someone altering your brain through a hole in your skull while you are awake and carrying on a conversation with that person.The importance of positive thinking to aid in the physical and psychological healing process.Full of both real time accounts and hard won reflection, this book is aimed at those contemplating deep brain stimulation surgery as well as their loved ones. However, anyone with an interest in either the procedure or the journey is sure to find this a fast, moving read.
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