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What Countries Other Than The USA Are Seriously Researching And Finding A Cure For Parkinson's Disease?
@A MyParkinsonsTeam Member @A MyParkinsonsTeam Member @claytoncach
Your assessments of the pharmaceutical, insurance and clinics, hospitals, and much of the medical industry is beyond greed. We… read more
Anyone Who Is Taking Gocovri Out There, How Much Are You Paying For It?
I cannot seem to get it for less then $1,100 for a three month period. Are they for real? Bean
My upnorth neurologist gave me samples. Meanwhile the pharmacy said it would be 1800.00 a month. I told them I couldn’t do that. They came back with 800.00 a month and I decided it want helping… read more
Hemp Oil
My step mom has finally opened up to asking my dads doctor about CBD as an additive to his regime of medications. I found out today that they are just taking 22mg of hemp oil...brand name common sense to help with sleep. What else should they be asking the doctor for? His tremors have gotten worse.
I have heard it works for some people and not others and dosage and strength and quality is crucial. I tried in when i was in New Hampshire for 10 days in August and everyday i had to modify. But… read more
How Do I Delete Profile Picture
I'd like to know how to add a photo if you can help, technically challenged!!!
My Husband Who Has PD Is Having Difficulty Accepting His Decreased Independence.
He is acting in ways that could put him in danger. If I put him in assisted living he will leave. His doctors are not seeing the situation because he is good at smooth talking them.
It's common for individuals with Parkinson's disease (PD) to struggle with accepting changes in their independence. Here are some tips that might help:
- Communicate Openly: Encourage your husband to… read more
How Long Does It Take To Get Disability? How Do You File? Can A Employer Get Rid Of You Because Of Your Pd? Worry About Paying Our Bills!!!
Thank you!!!
I’m Having Trouble Keeping My Blood Pressure Up. It’s A Balancing Act Between My Carvo/ Levadopa And Cardiac Medication To Bring It Back Up.
My concern is that the half life of both medications are going to wear off. For example my BP was 60/42. It’s getting to levels not compatible with life. My doctor increased my heart medication to the highest mg level.
Thank you in advance for giving me some knowledge.
If it's working keep doing it. You can't fix something that isn't broken. CAROL 😉
Medical Marijuana
i fortunately do not have to take any meds for PD yet but i can feel a slow gain of symptoms-----i do not want to take any of the regular meds as they have side effects of things i am already dealing with----i have read about medical marijuana and have seen both pros and cons, hoping that by the time i need something there will be more info----has anyone tried this?----what did you think of it?----side effects?---did it help?----Bonnie
Much better than meds
Does Anyone Struggle With A Feeling Of Phlegm In Their Nose And Throat During Off Episodes.
I get an extremely strong sense of phlegm clogging my breathing in nose and throat area when experiencing off times. It is so bad sometimes I feel like I could die from this experience. How do others deal with this experience. Thx
In Recent Months I've Started Walking In A Therapy Pool Instead Of The Walking Track. Has Anyone Else Done The Same & Benefited From It?
i don't have access to a therapy pool, but I exercise in the whirlpool especially lower body exercises. I don't know how much it is working, but any form of exercise is good.
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