Shortness of breath, muscle weakness...Hello! I am 66yrs old and was diagnosed with akinetic-rigid Parkinson's in 2015. Over the past year, I have noted worsening sensation of shortness of breath/shallow breathing during off time...reactions1reply
Progressive Supranuclear Palsy ...After several years after being diagnosed with PD, my diagnosis was changed to Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) which is very similar to PD. There is no medication that helps with...reactions1replyParkinsonism
Active 4 days agoLiving with Parkinson's...I was diagnosed with Parkinson's in March. Hate this. I've finally accepted it, but I still hate it. Balance is a big thing with me so big that Parkinson's and...reactions8repliesSide EffectsAssistive DevicesCoping
Permanent Parkinsonism or something else?...Not sure where to post this. A couple of years ago I noticed a weakness in my right hand and a gradually worsening limp (I was 48 at the time)...reactions2repliesParkinsonismNewly Diagnosed
Was My Depression a Warning Sign of Parkinson's?...Looking back, Posy's bout of depression, anxiety, and akathisia (a kind of restless legs) may have been her first warnings of Parkinson’s disease (PD). Did any of you tread a...reactions2comments
Thumb Tremor at rest?...Hello, I’m a 20 y.o. male, and I’ve had a strange symptom that came up a few times in the last week. I would feel on the side of my...reactions3repliesSymptomsMotor Symptoms
Later Stages of Parkinson’s...It’s impossible not to think about the later stages of Parkinson’s when someone you love has the disease. I’ve always preferred to look the problem straight in the eyes, even...reactions3comments
Everything You Need to Know About Lee Silverman Voice Treatment...I recently stumbled upon a suggestion on our ParkinsonsDisease.net Facebook page that got me thinking. There’s a program that’s designed to help Parkinson’s patients combat symptoms that relate to vocal...reactions13comments
Come out spinning: A tale for the newly diagnosed...My story started like most PD stories. Referred reluctantly by my GP to a neurologist. Diagnosed in 20 minutes. My wife and I went to a local casino / hotel...reactions2comments
The Magic of Journaling with Mindful Art...Recently I wrote an article, "The Joy of Journaling," which explored the many types of written journals. There are also many kinds of journaling that incorporate art. An art journal is...reactions15comments
Lindsay's Story...Hi guys. I've been diagnosed with Parkinson’s January this year. I just need to connect with people on my level even though I have my family, e.g. partner and 4...reactions3comments
foot tremors...Foot tremors seem to be my most discomfort. Is this somethi tha tcan be handled with exercise??...reactions3repliesMotor SymptomsSleepTreatment
How are you starting off the New Year? Any recommendations?...Daily management of parkinsons....reactions1replyTips & Advice
Parkinson's Exercise Books...One of my dad’s greatest complaints about Parkinson’s disease is that it drastically limits his mobility. If he doesn’t complete his daily stretches or participate in some type of exercise...reactions3comments
Success...I diagnosed myself with PD, told my PC doctor, was referred to a neurologist who confirmed it. I already was in an assisted living place because of another problem. I...reactions6comments
Back muscles in constant spasm...Hi, i’m new to the forum. I’m just trying to explore the symptoms i’m having and find an explanation for them. For a while now my partner has joking called...reactions2repliesSymptomsMotor Symptoms
There’s No Time Like Now...Ever since my dad was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, there has been a sense of urgency to my life. I seem to hop on more flights every year, just as eager...reactions1comment
Is There a Secret to Living Well with Parkinson’s?...I never would have dreamt that I could thrive with Parkinson's. Recently, I was asked to participate in a book project about women with Parkinson’s disease (PD). I had to submit...reactions10comments
Balancing My Parkinson’s Time Checkbook...Balancing my Parkinson’s time checkbook ... a version of "time is money." I fight my Parkinson’s by staying as mentally and physically active as possible. It wasn’t always that way. I initially...reactions2comments
'Tis the Season to Be Jolly...Ah, Christmas! or Bah, Humbug? What is Santa bringing you this year? With Parkinson's disease (PD), he sometimes delivers a sack of gifts you don't want. On top of mobility...reactionscomments
