Staying Positive with Parkinson's!...In a People magazine interview, Michael J. Fox discussed his experience with Parkinson’s disease (PD). He said it made him stronger, wiser...reactions2comments
Primer on Parkinson's: Back to the Basics...When I received the news of my Parkinson's diagnosis, I had done enough of playing "Doctor Google" that it didn't come as...reactions3comments
A Philosophy for Living with Parkinson's: Finding Meaning in Life... As a writer, one of my main interests is to look at the deeper meanings of life and how we live...reactions2comments
Diagnosed with Dementia and then the tremor starts...I am 64 and was diagnosed with MCI questionable dementia which later was downgraded to just MCI (mild cognitive impairment). I took...reactionscomments
5 Common Warning Signs Pointing to Poorly Controlled PD...Over the years, I have noticed as a physician and a patient that many of us don’t pay close attention to what...reactionscomments
Has any member had a kidney transplant and now has PD?...I had a kidney transplant in 2014 and now have been diagnosed with PD. I have not exercised in a long while...reactions1reply
Diet - ‘Off Times’ - Weight loss...My friend has non-tremor PD. He is 79 and has been on medication regimen for over 1 year. Neurologist recommended altering diet...reactions3replies
Diagnosed with Parkinson's disease May 16, 2019...I'm 57, have (r) and (l) handed tremors, loss of balance, drooling, fatigue and more..... Decided not to be angry or upset...reactions1comment
Parkinson's Anxieties: Isolation & Misunderstanding...In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical health conditions. Phrases in quotes are the words of our...reactions1comment
Can anyone recommend easy reading novels, romance/mystery, for people with stage 4 Parkinson's...My mother use to love to read. We swapped books all the time. Now her level of concentration has taken a downward...reactions1reply
10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor After Diagnosis...Getting a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease can be shocking and overwhelming. It is a chronic degenerative condition that can be challenging to...reactions12comments
Sharing Your Experience with Parkinson's...Have you ever asked the question “Why me?” or more precisely, “Why do I have Parkinson's disease?”. It’s a legitimate question, to...reactions7comments
PD and MS...I'm almost 60. Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis 2014. Just diagnosed with Parkinson's disease last week too. Left side tremors and cramping plus...reactions1comment
What Foods Should be Avoided with Parkinson's?...While there is no special “Parkinson’s diet”, doctors do know that well-balanced nutrition and the timing of meals can help manage some...reactions1comment
Can We Talk?...Again! (Part Two)...Read part one here. It is 3:16 a.m.; are YOU awake, again, too? Wait, don’t tell me! Does the love of your life...reactionscomments
Carer Needing to Offload...Hello - I joined today to offload really in a safe environment and maybe get some tips/pointers. I care for my husband...reactions16repliesCaregivers & Care Partners
Denial...New there. Still in denial and scared. Have all the symptoms. Need support....reactions5replies
caring for defiant mom...My family has been struggling with my mom the past few months. She was diagnosed with early-onset pd 20 years ago. Over...reactions5repliesCaregivers & Care Partners
John Bennett...John Bennett age 63 became a member of the Parkinson’s community when he was diagnosed in 2010. In 2016 he retired after...
Parkinson’s Disease and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction...Parkinson’s disease (PD) can affect many aspects of the body, certainly not to leave out the pelvic floor. What’s the pelvic floor...reactions3comments
