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Duodoa pump
About 2 years ago, I seemed to have some type of issue with prescription meds, which resulted in several weeks of hospitalization. I am not clear why exactly I needed to be there, but I am guessing that in itself speaks volumes.
In the end, I was given a gadget that was roughly half the size and weight of a brick. A Duodopa pump has many advantages, namely moderating the medication to precise quantities. It was my first exposure to “Flattening the curve”. There was, however, one catch: It needed to be installed by a GI surgeon. The staff assured me that the benefits would far outweigh the 15 minutes of stress I would have to endure. (As it turns out, 15 minutes for a nap, where i normally would take 30. Stressful yes)
I honestly can’t imagine anything that would work better for my particular situation. I get about a half-drop of medication every 40 seconds. I was told that my symptoms would improve over time, despite the patterns of a progressive illness. It seems counter intuitive, but I am continuing to improve daily.
A quick side note: Upon first inspection of the machine I noticed that it came from Sweden, home of the famous quality Volvo. Collectors of this innovative auto icon, are not offended in their utilitarian aesthetic, thus they are named “The Brick”. Coincidence or destiny, I am not quite sure.
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