FeaturedI Need Your HelpI was diagnosed two years ago. A few months ago, I started humming continuously, only stopping when I sleep. Has anyone had this happen, or aware of someone dealing with...Reactions 0 reactions Comments13 repliesSide Effects
FeaturedAdvice for newly diagnosed people with Parkinson'sReceiving a Parkinson's disease diagnosis can bring a flood of questions and emotions. For those who are years into your diagnosis, what tips or advice do you have for those...Reactions 0 reactions Comments12 repliesNewly DiagnosedTips & Advice
Active todayNew here, newly diagnosedHi all, I'm not much of a user of support forums, really not at all to be honest. I'm a relatively younger guy in my early 40's. Considering I have...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 replies
Active todayspeech problemI find it difficult to hold a conversation. My speech is labored -- it takes a lot of effort to pronounce the words. Sometimes the word will not come out...Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 repliesAcceptanceCopingDepression
Active todayFatigue and depression following COVID-19 in a Parkinson’s patientHey people, I wonder if any of you can share some advice, ideas or insights here: My father, who’s 76 years old, suffers from Parkinson’s for the last 1.5 years...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesApathyDepressionSleep
Active yesterdayMedication Has anyone taken Artane? Any reactions...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesHallucinationsSide Effects
Active yesterdaydieticianI live in an assisted living facility where the meals are prepared for us. I have gained about 100 lbs. over the last 7 years. My doctor says that I...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies
Active yesterdayHave any of you with YOPD asked your doctor for a worst case scenario?If so, what did the doctor say...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
Active 3 days agoNotifying Employer of PDWhen do you suggest notifying my employer of my parkinson's diagnosis? I know my shaking is noticable, my voice quieter and I tend to be a little slower but can...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesAcceptanceAwarenessCoping
Active 3 days agoChanging Meds timeframe?Hello, I was diagnosed last year (July). I live in Eastern Europe. My (national) Doctor put me on 2 meds and they have helped somewhat. My symptoms are left-hand tremble...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesTreatmentDepressionTips & Advice
Active 3 days agoPooping with Parkinson’s I never thought I would be starting a discussion on the role of pooping in a PD discussion. My PD dr has always stressed the importance of hydration and a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesAcceptanceAwareness
Active 4 days agoCan a PD diagnosis stem from a previous injury?First of all, I am trying to figure out whether or not a previous injury could exaserbate a PD diagnosis. I had an injury in 2005 (comparable to a torn...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesDiagnosisParkinsonism
