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Anyone Having Issues With Spatial Awareness? I Am Still Driving But Questioning This And My Ability To Know How Long I Can Drive For.

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West Palm Beach, FL
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December 9

Does Anyone Know When Muscle Shrinkage, Due To Parkinsons, Begins & Ends?

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Co. Durham
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Yes because I sat around for too long (years) Now I'm making sure I'm moving and it doesn't happen again

December 8

My Feet Are Locking Up. Is There A Medicine To Help With Stopping This?

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Cape May, NJ
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I think you’re referring to freezing. This is where you step and are unable to take another steps. This happens when something is changes in your field of view that confuses your thought process.

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December 7

Hi, Do Any Of You Get Severe Rashes With Their Drug Interactions? Merry Christmas

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Gettysburg, PA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Merry Christmas! Yes, severe rashes can occur as a side effect of some Parkinson's medications or drug interactions. If you experience rashes, especially with symptoms like hives, swelling, or… read more

December 7

Does Parkinson Effect Your Sex Drive

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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes, but out of the two I find it more difficult to drive.

December 8

Why Is Parkinson Worse In My Left Leg

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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Parkinson's symptoms often start on one side of the body and remain more severe on that side as the disease progresses. If your left leg is worse, it may be because Parkinson's initially affected that… read more

December 7

What Medicine Is Prescribed For Parkinson's Tremors?

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Warsaw, IN
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

My tremors reduced significally after being prescribed CarbLevo. (generic Sinemet)

December 8

Does Anyone Else Have Trouble Opening Their Eyes In The Morning? Mine Seem To Be Stuck Shut And I Have To Rub Then Before They Open.

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Burlington, MA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

My eye doctor told me that PD causes dry eyes 👀, so have to put drops in my eyes 4 times a day. If I don’t I see double and have blurry vision.

December 10

Is There Anyone Who Has Not Taken The Levadopa Drug And Is Trying To Deal With PD In A More Holistic Way?

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Should I Stop Taking Levodoba If It Doesn't Help My Tremors? Had PD Tremors In Right Hand For About 2 Years Now And They Slowly Getting Wor

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Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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It's important not to stop taking Levodopa without consulting your doctor. While Levodopa may not fully control tremors, it can help with other Parkinson's symptoms. If your tremors are worsening… read more

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