Not Today...I sat in the neurologist’s office 4 years ago when she looked up at me and said, “you have Parkinson’s." As I made my way to my car, still dazed...reactions1comment
Don't Cry For Me......I’ve just started a new job, well sort of job. It’s a 9 month business builder programme, creating a company which solves the challenges faced by older adults. I’m incredibly...reactions4comments
Do I Have Parkinson's or Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP)?...There are medical conditions that exist that are called Parkinsonian-like conditions or Parkinsonian-like syndromes. These conditions mimic Parkinson's disease (PD), but they are considered their own separate entities. These conditions...reactions7comments
Parkinson’s Disease in Women...Several clinical studies have demonstrated that Parkinson’s disease (PD) is less common in women than in men. PD occurs in men 50 percent more than in women. Women are also...
Searching for Silver Linings: How to Stay Positive with Parkinson's...Since I was diagnosed I have tried to stay positive. It’s often tough to see the good in difficult situations but I really believe it’s got me through the last...reactions48comments
Back pain...My husband was diagnosed with Parkinson's three years ago. He has severe back pain. We have seen an orthopedic doctor for two years and he gets the steroid shots for...reactions1comment
Parkinson’s Disease In Older Adults...Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurological disorder that gets worse over time. It affects movement, balance, and mood. PD is usually thought of as a disease that affects older adults...
A Round Character in My Own Parkinson's Story...Way back when (1997), my English professor explained how all good stories were journeys to somewhere. Sometimes, they were physical, while other times they were internal. At that time, I...reactions2comments
Caroline and Parkinsons...It sucks I was diagnosed in 2013 still not dealing. I still ask why I was doing good the first two years then it started going down hill. my anxiety...reactionscomments
How to Help a Loved One in Denial About Their Worsening Illness...Getting news that you have been diagnosed with a chronic illness can be very scary, especially one that tends to worsen over time. There are many coping mechanisms that patients...reactions1comment
Lorraine Wilson...Lorraine Wilson is an educator and joy seeker; thus, sharing her experiences after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s provides opportunity to reach out to others with helpful information and positive energy...
Seasonal Affective Disorder and Parkinson's...Anyone out there have any tips for fellow Parkies or caregivers on your personal recommendations to avoid feeling down when the weather changes and the chill and dark of autumn...reactions6replies
Facing the Reality of the Parkinson's Diagnosis...It took about two years for my physicians to sort through the array of maladies I had before ultimately reaching the decision it was Parkinson's. In hindsight, it was a...reactions6comments
Speak Up for Yourself: A Website for Your Voice...“How are you? No, for once, I’m not here to tell you how I am. How are you?” I talk about myself a lot, but that tends to be the...reactions3comments
Heather Kennedy...Heather was previously an advocate on ParkinsonsDisease.net. Heather Kennedy writes as Kathleen Kiddo from her home near SF, offering unique talks and film presentations about living with Parkinson's. Since diagnosis...
New neurologist doesn't think I have PD after 16 yrs of treatment by other Drs....My fear it is going to begin again…I’ve had at least six Neurologist over the years and a couple have cut my meds. I would then start freezing and/or falling...reactions7replies
New Neurologist Doesn't Think I Have Parkinson's After 16 Years...My fear it is going to begin again...I've had at least six Neurologist over the years think I'm doing to good and a couple have cut my meds. I would...reactions1reply
Emma Lawton...Emma was previously an advocate on ParkinsonsDisease.net. Emma was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at the age of 29. Making it her mission to raise awareness about the condition and continue her...
My Journey with Parkinson's...My girlfriend and I used to joke that the most fitting epitaph for us both was "Now What". Life was just one adventure after the other for us then. We...reactions5comments
Hi All...Hi everyone new to the forum & Parkinson's. Back in May, my wife & I were on vacation, when she noticed my left hand twitching. I didn’t really notice at...reactions6replies
