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Which Parkinson’s Symptom Surprised You The Most?

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Could You Share Any Dietary Changes And Tips That Have Helped With Parkinson’s?

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When I Go For A Walk I Tend To Stagger Occasionally Does Anyone Else

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Who Else Sometimes Question Their Sanity?

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How Does Marijuana Work For You?

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Santa Barbara, CA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Helps with sleep. I get THC from a website. It's legal in NYS now and a facility is right up the block from me. One of my sons gets his weed there.

December 8, 2024

Who Drinks Alcohol? How Does That Work For You.?

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Santa Barbara, CA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

But I do smoke THC no paranoia. I'm 73 and still like catching a buzz lol.

December 18, 2024 (edited)

How Do You Know Your Disease Is Progressing?

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Deland, FL

2 years into diagnosis. Notice more hand trembling; sleep issues and leg and feet cramping.

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

In Parkinson's, progression can be identified by worsening or new symptoms. Increased hand tremors, sleep disturbances, and leg/foot cramping may indicate changes. These symptoms align with disease… read more

December 7, 2024

How Can A Person Be Treated For Restless Leg Syndrome When The Person Also Has PD? Or, How Can A Person With PD Be Treated For RLS?

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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

To: JohnBiehler2:
After a while, dopamine (such as Sinemet) or dopamine agonists can cause RLS to get worse (augmentation).

Ted

December 7, 2024

How Long Will My Parkinson’s Last

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Va. Beach, Va 23451
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

And don.’t allow it n your life. Stress will drag you down very quickly and I was amazed how sensitive you become when faced wth stress.acvoid it at all cost. Good luck sending you a hug and hopefully… read more

December 8, 2024

How Long Should Tremors Last After A Treatment Of Card-Levidopa

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Boston, MA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Different for everyone.

December 9, 2024

May Brain MRI Was Normal What Does That Mean?

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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I thought that was the kind of brain Dr. Frankenstein was looking for.😁🤡💀👿

December 7, 2024

If You Have Had DBS Were You Satisfied With The Results And Would You Do It Again Knowing What You Have Experienced?

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Pinehurst, NC
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I had DBS just over 2 years ago at 49. If I had to consider it again, I would. I'd also recommend that others have an indepth conversation with their medical team, their support system, and research… read more

December 7, 2024

Is Exercising 60 Minutes A Day Enough??

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Lincoln, NE
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Exercising 60 minutes a day can be very beneficial for managing Parkinson's disease. Regular, intense exercise has been shown to improve symptoms like tremor, gait, coordination, and mood, while also… read more

December 7, 2024

Can Parkinson's Effect Your Emotions? I Was Watching A Movie And For No Reason Started Crying. It Was Not A Tear Jerker.

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Charleston, SC
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Me too

December 10, 2024
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