Making My Voice Heard Among Parkinson's Doctors...There are a couple of things about being a 24-year-old girl that are fun. The endless confusion about your direction in life. The not so subtle jokes that it’s all...reactionscomments
Sunday at the Beach with PD...My partner, Dave and I went to Pt. Reyes Seashore in California near San Francisco for a relaxing day at the beach. Sunny, warm breeze not too crowded. And if...reactions3comments
LSVT Loud Therapy...I'm new to the group, having been diagnosed with PD in February, 2020. Though now that I have a better understanding of the disease I realize I started to present...reactions12replies
Hot weather...If I get too hot, as in being outdoors in the summer, I often become ill with symptoms of nausea, weakness and being light headed. I enjoyed playing golf and...reactions2replies
Community Views: Most Common Misdiagnoses for Parkinson's Disease...Parkinson’s disease (PD) is not as easy to diagnose as you might expect. All too often, doctors see one symptom – usually tremor – and make a diagnosis without looking...reactions34comments
Medication not working...I have been diagnosed for about 4 yrs and a half years and have been trying various medications for 4 years. I have been recently told that the medication does...reactions3repliesTreatment
Diagnosis...I was very ill for 2 years this was 2013, finally diagnosed in 2015. I am still in stage 1, but i think I am getting close to stage 2...reactions1reply
Parkinson's Tremors and Other Obstacles on the Golf Course...Some days you know, before you even get out of bed, that it is just not going to be one of your better days. With Parkinson’s disease (PD), those days...reactions4comments
Newly Diagnosed Mother...My 90 year old Mother has been diagnosed with early Parkinson's via observation of her symptoms. No MRI or blood tests were done. Can I be sure she has Parkinson's...reactions3comments
Is Marijuana a Treatment Option for People with Parkinson's Disease?...The stigma surrounding marijuana has been fading for some time. In recent years, it has been fully legalized for medical use in 33 states and Washington, D.C., though it is...reactions1comment
Lewy Body Dementia, Dementia With Lewy Bodies, Diffuse Lewy Body Disease: Are They All the Same?...Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a brain disorder that leads to problems with thinking, movement, behavior, and mood. LBD is sometimes known by other names. These include: LBD is a...reactions10comments
Growing Online and Virtual Opportunities for Caregivers...I recently participated in an online meeting where staff members of various Parkinson’s organizations were commenting on the forced necessity of moving support, education, and exercise programs online to continue...reactionscomments
Is my mother's disease progressing?...My mother (77) has been diagnosed with PD for about 10 years now. Has had typical physical symptoms, over the last few years some minor signs of dementia. Recently over...reactions2replies
Community Views: 7 Lesser Known Parkinson’s Symptoms You Wish Would Disappear...Parkinson’s disease (PD) is far more complicated than simply dealing with tremor. This diagnosis can affect the entire body, including the brain and how it functions. To learn more about...reactions32comments
How can my mother improve her speech?...My mother is diagnosed with Parkinson's disease 9 months back. The symptoms she faced initial days was back fall and balance problem while walking and standing. She has been prescribed...reactions7replies
Custom Research Giveaway Terms & Conditions...Official Rules, Terms and Conditions for Custom Research Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. The Custom...reactionscomments
Anxiety, Apathy, & Parkinson's: My Approach for Coping with These Symptoms...Part of what has sustained my mobility and my sanity with living with Parkinson’s disease for 30+ years has been a combination of good neurological assistance, medication, and basic common...reactions8comments
Community Views: What Are Some of the Hardest Parkinson’s Symptoms to Manage?...It is easy to get caught up in the game of "If only..." such as, "If only things were a little different." With Parkinson’s disease, it makes sense that anyone...reactions136comments
Kidney disease...Recently I was diagnosed with stage 3 kidney disease. I'm wondering if anyone knows if this is related to Parkinson's? This seems to have come on suddenly. No previous symptoms...reactions7replies
COVID-19 Updates, July 16: Updates on People at Risk, Testing, Reopening, and a Vaccine...Even after months of navigating life in the COVID-19 era, keeping up with new information and news can be overwhelming. Below are some of the latest developments surrounding COVID-19 for...reactionscomments
