What is Parkinsons Disease

Parkinson's disease (paralysis agitans or PD) is a movement disorder often characterized by muscle rigidity, tremor, a slowing of physical movement (bradykinesia), and in extreme c...

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I have been taking Crestor to keep my cholesterol levels in control. One of the possible side effects is muscle weakness. One of my family friends suggested that the symptoms (tremor in left arm) could be due to muscle degeneration.
I am wondering if any of you have a similar story to tell.
Thanks for your input(s)!
Posted on 05/31/09, 06:05 pm
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Reply #1 - 06/22/09  12:59am
" All statin drugs are nasty and unecessary. There are much better and healthier ways to maintain a balanced serum cholesterol level. remembr that we need cholesterol to build new nerve cells and make hormones among other benefits.
A number of my clients have found their PD symptoms exacerbated by taking statin drugs.
Cheers
John Coleman ND "

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