Coffee does the trick...i was diagnosed in 2006 and always a heavy coffee drinker (10+cups/day). I noticed in the past 5 yrs that my symptoms have lessened and so has my dependence on...reactions5replies
From Urinary Incontinence to Parkinson's: My Father's Diagnosis Story...In January 2018, my father received his Green Card in the mail. I knew what it was the minute I grabbed the envelope from the mailbox. When I handed him...reactionscomments
Suzieq story of Parkinson's...This is my story about ten years ago, left bad abusive marriage ,moved out to Wa in Tacoma my sisters lived at. I first got out here my older sister...reactions1comment
Learning how to party again...Before PD I used to love to dance. One of the first symptoms I had was the inability to coordinate my limbs. After diagnosis I was properly medicated, and for...reactions4comments
Long Distance (Virtual) Caregiving: Staying Connected...When someone you love is sick, it can cause stress and anxiety. Illness, especially Parkinson's, can take a physical and emotional toll on caregivers and family, particularly when they are...reactionscomments
Kim1's Story...I have had PD for a whole year. Well, probably longer than that. But was not diagnosed after being quite ill for a few years. I find eating a problem...reactions6comments
My Many Moods with Parkinson's...It had been a long day at work. I finally closed shop on the afternoon. At that moment I walked to the car, I was exhausted from too much conversation...reactions38comments
Night sweating...I had parkison's like ten years or longer,. I just turned 60 on June 9, so tired of sweating at night. Hate tremors also, now use pump duopoa new med...reactions1comment
Motion sickness inquiry...I'm new to PD and just had an unpleasant experience. Out fishing on the ocean I experienced sea/motion sickness in a way I haven't in the past. Not that I...reactions1reply
Bringing Grit to the Parkinson's Journey...After years of Rock Steady Boxing, exercise classes, support groups, conferences, and one on one conversations, I believe that grit is key to a better life with Parkinson's. "True Grit"...reactions4comments
What to Expect When You're Newly Diagnosed With Parkinson's...The most frequent and empowering post in Parkinson's Bizarroworld is the question that asks, "Newly Diagnosed with Parkinson's: Now What?". After all, that's the question with the most significant answer...reactions20comments
Attitude...Diagnosed 3 yrs ago at age 75. Docs told me to keep moving. That's easy for someone with 30+ yrs as a runner and cyclist. BUT, my regimen never included...reactions2comments
Nutrition Needs for People with Parkinson's: High Protein Diet?...I am sitting in a tightly packed coffee shop in New York City, working on my writing when, as my song changes, I catch a snippet of the conversation next...reactions3comments
How Do I Safely Dispose of Old or Unused Medication?...Today more people are aware that old and unused drugs can be dangerous to keep around the house. Leftover drugs may be stolen and misused, look like candy to a...reactionscomments
Does anyone else experience bad taste in mouth and no saliva?...I was diagnosed with PD in May 2019. I am not taking any medication as yet. I have had a bad taste in my mouth for about 6 months, also...reactions1reply
Ever Hopeful For Recovery...I was diagnosed with Parkinson's in Jan. of 2018. My symptoms seem to come and go, and include mostly a mild to moderate tremor in my right arm, leg stiffness...reactions5replies
Community Views: How Does the Weather Affect Parkinson’s Disease?...It is not your imagination. The weather can absolutely have an effect on your Parkinson’s. It is something that is not talked about often, but that does not mean it...reactions7comments
It is a bummer!...I cannot eat anything with protein, even vegetarian foods with protein causes may medication not to work. SO naturally, I tried not eating as much protein, but that did not...reactions2comments
Frustrations Around Medicare Changes...With the new year came a lot of new things - resolutions, expectations, and hope for a brighter future. What is something that squashes that hope? Good ‘ole Medicare. Many...reactions2comments
