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What Advice Are You Grateful To Share With Others About Parkinson’s?

By A MyParkinsonsTeam Member 65 answers

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

By A MyParkinsonsTeam Member 157 answers

Are You Frustrated With Finding Effective Treatments For Parkinson’s?

By A MyParkinsonsTeam Member 124 answers

Which Parkinson’s Symptom Surprised You The Most?

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

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
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 (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

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?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
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

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

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

May Brain MRI Was Normal What Does That Mean?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

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

December 7

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

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
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

Is Exercising 60 Minutes A Day Enough??

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
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

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

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
Charleston, SC
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Me too

December 10

Does Taking A Daily Low Dose Of An Antibiotic(Bactrim) Help With Frequent UTIs?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
Vineland, NJ
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

This is a great help. It confirms my own reservations on using Sulfamethoxazole
(bactrim) more than the usual ten days prescription.

December 11
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