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What Lessons From Your Parkinson's Experience Are You Applying In 2024?

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

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What’s One Thing About Parkinson's That People Rarely Discuss But Should?

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Is Anyone Ever Just Woken Up With Tight Heel Cords?

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Boston, MA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Tight heel cords, or Achilles tendon tightness, can be a symptom experienced by individuals with Parkinson's disease. This can contribute to difficulties with walking and balance. If you experience… read more

September 30, 2024

Asking Parkinsons People How They Deal With Daily Fatigue And Tiredness

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Los Angeles, CA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Many people with Parkinson's disease experience significant fatigue and tiredness. Here are some strategies shared by members of MyParkinsonsTeam to manage these symptoms:

1. Caffeine: Clinicians at… read more

September 29, 2024

Good Morning, I'm Looking Into Trying CBD. Anyone On The Team Using CBD? What's Your Opinion On It?

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Glen Burine, MD
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I tried what they sell here in Alabama may not be as good but I ate the gummys and it did nothing for me

September 29, 2024

Des Anybody Have Ways F Dealing With RLS Restless Leg Syndrome, Ie. Preventing It Or Dealing With It When You Get It?

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Satellite Beach, FL
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) can be particularly challenging for people with Parkinson's disease. Here are some ways to manage or prevent it:

- Dopamine Management: Since a lack of dopamine is thought… read more

September 29, 2024

Hi My Name Is Cindy Diagnosed 3 Years. When I Am Tired I Can’t Speak.I Cannot Formulate Words And Out Of Breath And Developed A Stutter

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Greenwich, CT

I have gone from having most hours of my day strong and confident, when the meds kicked in. I do not have a tremmer. I battle Anxiety. Now I have developed restless leg syndrome and a burning in my left arm, chest and back and now have Siatica. Is this for real?? I am working with my doctors and I don’t accept that this is typical. I am taking Gabapentin and I am questioning if iit is causing the problem. And desperately looking for anyone who also has this issue. The Drs have asked me to be… read more

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Hi Cindy,

Thank you for sharing your journey and experiences. It sounds like you are navigating a complex set of symptoms and emotions with a lot of strength and resilience. Here are some points that… read more

September 28, 2024

I Am 49 And Thinking To Retire Early Maybe In Another 5 Years. Am I Eligible To Apply CPP Disability Benefit?

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Etobicoke, ON
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

It took me about a year and a half to get mine started I’m 57 now and just got approved October of 23 . I had no problem getting it approved they just take their time approving you. But you get back… read more

September 26, 2024

Why...

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Meyerton, ZA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I really want to think all of you for your caring, compassion, encouragement, and words of wisdom. I take what all of you said to heart and I love you inspiring me to get my pencil and pen and ink out… read more

October 29, 2024

Dose Any One Have Spells Of Stuttering?

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Springtown, TX
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes, stuttering is a common speech problem among people with Parkinson's disease. Speech problems can include speaking quietly, having a monotone voice, stuttering, stammering, mumbling, and slurring… read more

September 25, 2024

Having Problems Remembering

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Tallahassee, FL
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Not sure if mine is age or pd

September 26, 2024

Anyone Else Have Prolapsed Rectum?

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South Hadley, MA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Very hard to stay positive with this problem. General surgeon offers no help, but we are looking at specialist. Expect same “ no can do” but bracing for another no. Then, there are no answers
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September 29, 2024
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