Dr’s OrdersI found out in 2018 that I had Parkinson’s. I was recommended a Dr at Shane’s University of Florida Gainesville by my...reactions1comment
My Worst EnemyI hate Parkinson’s disease. I don’t say those words lightly because I’m friendly and I try not to take life too seriously...reactions8comments
The hunt for answers... it's a long one.It started as early as the 1990s. Eyes failing, fast heart rate, then loss of smell around 2006. My nerves went or...reactions6comments
Know when to change your neurologistAbout 4 years ago (which was 5 years after diagnosis) I was waiting to see my local neurologist. As I entered his...reactions8comments
Parkinson's SpellMe I’m a wild thing. Sinister lengthy bleak black hair; hip n quirky quiff Shakes, rattles and rolls, not records, nor old...reactions4comments
So SadHow sad that people get Parkinson's. My husband is now in frail care facility 120 km from me after 45 years of...reactions3comments
Not a "Death Sentence"2014 was a horrible year for me. I was issued a rolling walker by the VA, a cane and some knee braces...reactions3comments
Side effects from MedicationsI've had Parkinson's for 5 yrs and since going to this Neuro and all the changes the side effects of meds has...reactions2comments
Shakin' Shaz has the 'nods' again!In the late '70s, early '80s I developed involuntary nodding of my head and could do nothing to control it. I saw...reactions3comments
NO MATTER WHAT! The Adventure of a LifetimeBy Louis McCann All my life I have been in positions of leadership. Throughout those years I often struggled with what that...reactions2comments
Keeping Tabs On HumorI'm in my 80th year and was diagnosed with PD about 3 years ago. It all started when I was at the...reactions2comments
Spun Out of Control On Rytary and Shortage of Neuropsychiatrist is a Dangerous DevelopmentIn Boston, MA and I believe nationwide, we have a huge shortage of neuropsych pharmacologists and psychiatrists seeing Parkinson’s Disease patients. I...reactions16comments
ParkinisonISM?Yes, you read that right! I have been diagnosed with PARKINSIONISM. The first time the doctors said that "strange word" I thought...reactions4comments
Living day by dayFirst got Parkinson’s years ago and every day’s a challenge but I get through. Don’t know but how do you get a...reactions7comments
Parkinsonism is a "Bear" to BearI was very active in my life until 2018, when I began having problems with my right side (leg, ankle, foot, and...reactions6comments
I fear for my futureI’m going to turn 70 later this year and my retirement is not going as I planned. After a life of independence...reactions8comments
The Next StepI was diagnosed 2 years ago this September. My life is nothing short of a roller coaster. I am a retired nurse;...reactions4comments
How to Get a Good Night’s SleepDoctors and many other types of smart people agree: The most effective remedy for insomnia is to get plenty of sleep. This...reactions2comments
My vehaal (truth)I'm 60 and not feeling a day over 20. I want to get on with so many new things and new adventures...reactions2comments
Karl’s History Day by DayIn 2012 I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s. It came as a shock to me I said here it goes again. I had...reactions5comments
