Multiple system atrophy (MSA) is the current name for a disorder once known as Shy-Drager syndrome. MSA is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by symptoms of autonomic nervous system failure, combined with tremor and rigidity, slurred speech, or loss of muscle coordination. Affecting men and women, MSA can progress swiftly or slowly, people generally survive for 9 years after the appearance of symptoms. There is no remission from the disease.
Apr 9, 2012
YIPPEE! Sam got to go home tonight. She sounded so much better. Now she can move around in her wheelchair as much as she can tolerate and not lay in a bed getting stiff. Finally an appointment has been made for a pain management specialist. I hope that they can do something so that she won't have to have all those darn pain meds all the time that make her so tired. Tomorrow is another day, will do her nails for her and play some games. Will be a good day again now that she is on the mend! :o)
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