The 3 Fs of Parkinson’s...I actually began seeing a movement disorder specialist for another disorder about 7 years before I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD)...reactions19comments
Unsure of Feelings...I was diagnosed with Parkinson's in February of this year. I don't know how I feel. Yes, I have tremors and restless...reactions4comments
Traveling the Rocky Treatment Path With Parkinson’s...Anyone affected by Parkinson’s disease knows how challenging and debilitating it can be, especially as the condition advances from early to late...reactions4comments
Your Treatment Journey: Results from a Recent Survey...Every person with Parkinson's disease (PD) has a unique experience with all aspects of the condition. From time at diagnosis, symptoms experienced...reactionscomments
On Parkinson's and Finding Comfort in Music...The winter sky is a black abyss by 6:00 PM in the Rocky Mountains, which creates a knot of inner turmoil in...reactions5comments
Mandibular Muscle Issues and PD...Recently, I've been having some real issues with my occlusion lately which often results in me biting the insides (buccal surfaces) of...reactions2comments
An anomaly...Our Parkinson's journey is entering my husband's 13 year journey with P. He is an anomaly, and as he says, I have...reactions2comments
Staying in a Rehab Center: What I Expected Versus What I Experienced...It can happen to all of us now or later ... I went to the hospital. I experienced a urinary tract infection...reactions4comments
Dear Ms. Parkinson's...Dear Ms. Parkinson's, You first came into my life on March 17th, 2010. The day that I heard my neurologist say, "You...reactions9comments
My Trip to the Dentist With Parkinson's...Nothing strikes more fear in me than a trip to the dentist. I will make any excuse to avoid it. I know...reactions2comments
How to Master Mealtime While Managing Parkinson’s Symptoms...Getting ready for mealtime when managing Parkinson’s disease is no small feat. Symptoms can often interfere with kitchen skills such as chopping...reactions4comments
[DO NOT PUBLISH] The Emotional Toll of Chronic Illness...Trigger WarningThe content includes information related to mental and emotional distress and it might be upsetting to some people. If you or...reactions2comments
Coping with Parkinson's Disease Through Laughter...I’ve found laughing a lot every day to be one of my major Parkinson’s coping skills. Laughing or even smiling seems to break...reactions3comments
Parkinson's Sleep Time Adventures...Lately, my sleep routine has been transforming into something different. As a result, I’ve been making some adjustments to counter obstacles over...reactions6comments
Can You Die From Parkinson's Disease?...The answer is no, not directly. Parkinson’s disease (PD) itself does not lead to death. PD develops slowly. Its symptoms may not...reactions17comments
Nightmare on Parkinson's Street...Freddy Krueger's frightened teens have nothing to compare with my most recent Nightmare on Parkinson's Street! The disfigured "midnight mangler" who visits unsuspecting...reactions3comments
Ongentys® (opicapone) Approved for “Off” Episodes in Parkinson’s Disease...The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Ongentys® (opicapone) for people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) who have “off” episodes while...reactionscomments
What Parkinson's Isn't: 6 Myths Debunked...What is Parkinson’s disease (PD)? This is a question many of us have asked our neurologists, but the answers can be confusing...reactions42comments
What Is a Parkinson’s Support Group?...When you hear the words, "Parkinson’s disease support group," do you think of a windowless room in a community building, with carpeted...reactions3comments
30 Questions Everyone with Parkinson's Should Ask Themselves...Being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at age 32 has made me reevaluate my existence. I don’t think that I’m alone here either...reactions3comments
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