Multiple System Atrophy Prognosis and Outlook
MSA Life Expectancy (Prognosis)
Prognosis is currently guarded, with most MSA patients passing away from the disease or its complications within 6-10 years after the onset of symptoms. Nonetheless, there is reason for hope, for, as Parkinson’s research goes, so goes MSA research. Since the biology of MSA may be related to other neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s disease, it is possible that therapies designed for other conditions will also prove helpful for patients with MSA.
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MSA - What You Need to Know
- MSA Overview
- Types and Symptoms
- Diagnosis
- Treatment of MSA
- Prognosis and Outlook
- Differential Diagnosis
- Evaluation Methods
- Neurogenic Orthostatic Hypotension (nOH)
- Neurogenic Bladder
- MSA-P (Parkinsonian)
- MSA-C (Cerebellar Ataxia)
- Dystonia
- Breathing Disorders
- REM Sleep Behavior Disorder
- Depression and Cognitive Impairment
- Constipation
- Neuroprotective Diet
- Advanced Planning
- What is the ANS
- History of MSA
- Glossary
- What First Responders Need to Know About MSA
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