Postural Instability...Hi, I dont have Parkinson's but I recently went to docs for vertigo and dizziness. I had a vestibular evaluation done and the specialist said maybe my vertigo is being...reactions2replies
Primer on Parkinson's (Part 3B): Non-Motor Symptoms...This part of the multi-part series focuses on depression, apathy, and sensory symptoms. A checklist of non-motor symptoms is provided at the bottom of the post. It can be used...reactions4comments
Can Mucuna Pruriens interact with Truvada?...I was diagnosed with Parkinson s desease in 2004 at the age of 33. I recently found beneficial results to control my symptoms by taking Mucuna Pruriens. I am gonna...reactions3replies
Having a Purpose Is the Best Way to Ward Off Depression...When I was in private practice, the holidays were always a very busy time for me because of the increase in number of hospitalized patients. The majority of patients were...reactions2comments
Terry's Life So Far...I have been living with this disease for years now and I have found that the problems I have experienced are better explained by others who know what I am...reactions3comments
Parkinson Plus or Atypical Parkinson...Hubby (60) was diagnosed with this horrible disease 2.5 yrs after so many tests. More progressive than sister disease Parkinson but with some similar horrible symptoms. Just wanted to say...reactions2comments
How can I support loved one who lives far away?...Hi, my Mum is 70 and has had PD for about 5 years, I live 1000 km away and I am trying to support her, any advice? Thanks...reactions2replies
Crispr. Stem Cell (autologous or allogeneic) and Gene Therapy as possible treatm...For the past 7 years i have exhaustively read/researched/participated (still in one) all the science, news and trials for this disease which will be cured/slowed/prevented in our lifetime! i am...reactions1replyTreatment
Care for my husband...Hello All, l wrote quite awhile ago about my husband not wanting to go to specialist in Parkinson's. I finally found a doctor and we went in Sept 2019. He...reactions1replyCaregivers & Care Partners
PD Pundit: Sleep Issues with Parkinson's...Our resident artist here at ParkinsonsDisease.net, Peter, created a new comic sharing his thoughts on sleep issues as a symptom of Parkinson's disease. Unfortunately, many with Parkinson's experience sleep issues...reactions5comments
Malcolm Reeve...I went to the doctor a couple of months ago as I had not been feeling to will and had noticed that my left hand was shaking a bit and...reactions3comments
How to know that PD is progressing?...How to know that PD is progressing and it is not my emotional situation? How often do I have to see a doctor to review medication?...reactions13replies
Sometimes I Want to Disappear...I think I've had Parkinson's for a long time. I was called grace because I couldn't stand on my two-feet. Constantly falling, leg weakness, tremors, learning disabilities, always in pain...reactions12comments
Depression & Parkinson's: Losing the Ability to be Happy...Parkinson’s disease does this incredible thing where it not only takes away one’s ability to control their body but also takes away one’s ability to be happy. It’s not enough...reactions6comments
Learning How to Smile Again with Parkinson's...If you look at one near-constant in the photographs of our past, it is that the people in them are smiling. Kids learn how to "cheese out" for the camera...reactions7comments
Over My Head: Being a Caregiver When I Have Parkinson's Too...The skirt of the healthcare crisis has been lifted for me. I have seen the current overload of the need, neglect, and necessity that is clogging the nursing and care...reactions4comments
The Illusion of Control: Adapting to Parkinson's Disease (Part 1 of 3)..."Fear is the cheapest room in the house, I'd like to see you living in better conditions." - Hafiz In this time of unprecedented horrors and ongoing injustice, I find...reactions1comment
Learning to live with Parkinson's...I was always an active person, raising 6 kids and participating in their lives. Now, one of my daughters lives near us, and has become a co-caregiver along with my...reactions3comments
My Experience Using CBD Oil for Parkinson's Symptoms...One of the most difficult decisions a person with Parkinson’s disease (PD) will face is deciding what medications to use to treat the disease. The choice is a function of...reactions4comments
Leg Muscle Cramps...Over the course of a year, my symptoms have gotten a little worst. Two of them are my calf leg cramp and toes that clamped downward, both on my left...reactions1comment
