At 80 - Aging Joins Parkinson's...At a recent birthday party, a friend said, "Welcome to the octogenarian club." That caught my attention. When one joins this club, you can't fool yourself any longer that you...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Sexual urges while taking Levodopa/Carbidopa (Cinemet)...I'm a 63 male. I just started Cinemet a week ago. I'm at 25-100mg, If I'm correct. One thing I've noticed is that I have fairly strong sexual urges which...Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
Some Hacks I Use to Start my Day with Parkinson's...I use several hacks to make my life safer and easier to live with the symptoms of the ravages associated with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Here is a sample of my...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
I Have Become a Parkie Pooper...Recently, my wife and I traveled to "the great state of Ohio," as Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson might refer to it were he to go back there. It’s a long...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Intimacy with PD...When I put his gait belt on Bright yellow plastic With a hard black plastic buckle I feed the end through the buckle Holding the buckle open Careful not to...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Know when to change your neurologist...About 4 years ago (which was 5 years after diagnosis) I was waiting to see my local neurologist. As I entered his consulting room he commented, "I’ve been watching you...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Parkinsons plus...I have been battling for about five years with what was diagnosed as parkinsons disease. Unfortunately recently I've been " Upgraded " to parkinsons plus. I am currently really down...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Off time problems...My wife aged 72 yrs was diagnosed having Parkinsonism 6 yrs. back nd started with a single dose of Syndopa110 (Levidopa100mg+Carbidopa 10mg). Now she takes 5 tablets per day with...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Shakin' Shaz has the 'nods' again!...In the late '70s, early '80s I developed involuntary nodding of my head and could do nothing to control it. I saw 2 or 3 doctors about this but, I...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
How I Refocus My Feelings of Positivity Through a Frank Sinatra Song...The Memorial Day weekend was rained out. Thunderstorms canceled the festivities. I was feeling a little bit down so I put on some Frank Sinatra music. The CD that I came across was...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Considering the Link Between Parkinson's and Depression...It seems to Posy that researchers have decided that many people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) have probably experienced depression at some time in their lives. For some, it may be...Reactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Some of the side effects of Parkinsons meds ...I'm very new to sharing and an not sure whether we are allowed to discuss the side affects of pd meds...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAcceptanceAssistive DevicesCoping
How to Bake for Better Parkinson's Disease Protection...Baked goods get a bad rap and are often branded as "empty calories." So when clients ask, "How can I bake and make it healthier?" I share there are plenty...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
To Sleep or Not to Sleep, That is the Conundrum...I am tired, as in weary. I am tired of watching the clock to take medications and know when I can eat without compromising said meds. I am tired of...Reactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Parkinson’s and Mental Health: Adding Therapy To My Regimen ...I grew up with parents who disregarded and ridiculed any mention of mental issues that couldn’t be fixed by the Bible and our minister. My parents expected perfection from me...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Anxiety...Hi All. I get bad bouts of anxiety on a daily basis.they last for about 3 to 4 hours and its during these bouts that my PD symptoms are most...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Struggle to equilibrate and cope...Good day fellows, I did start noticing early but mild symptoms of Parkinson at the age of twenty-nine. Now, I am 41 and disease is more evident and noticeable both...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingDepressionWork & Employment
My Experience - Mental Health is Crucial!...Mental and physical wellbeing are equally important. I’ve learned the hard way. Medical emergencies like stroke, heart attack, and such may be more time sensitive, but mental health issues can affect...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
An Unwanted Superpower...When did I become invisible? Over the last several months I have had multiple doctor and clinic appointments. One glaring thing I have noticed repeatedly is that because I am...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Words of Advice from Sparky Dog...Recently, I found myself sitting on the couch when my puppy Sparky jumped up on my lap to discuss the state of his residency in my house. Since you don’t...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
