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How Does The Cold Affect Your Parkinson's?

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Meds Not Working

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
Spokane, WA

Recently was switched to extended release c/l and it took away my off time and dyskinesia. Worked wonders! I’ve been sick going on two weeks and my magical symptom free period is over. All my PD symptoms are back with a vengeance. Please tell me it’s because I’m sick!

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

It's possible that being sick is affecting your Parkinson's symptoms. Illness can exacerbate symptoms and reduce the effectiveness of medications. Here are some points to consider:

- Illness Impact… read more

10 hours ago

I've Had 13 Weeks Of P.D. But Haven't Seen Any Positive Changes In My Stability. Is It The P.D. That Won't Change? Or Do I Need More P.T?

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Bulverde, TX
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

It's important to remember that the effects of new treatments or physical therapy (P.T.) can take time to become noticeable. According to MyParkinsonsTeam members, it can take a while for medications… read more

19 hours ago

Does Anyone Get Nausea From Taking Ga Rbidopa Levodopa?

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Clarksville, TN
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes, nausea is a common side effect of taking [[treatment:Levodopa/Carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]]. If you experience nausea, taking the medication with food might help, but avoid high-fat or… read more

2 days ago

Does Anybody Have Problems With Their Concentration? Even Doing The Simplest Task, I Get Side Tracked. And It's Not Like I Can Do A Whole Lo

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New Carrollton, MD
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

June I got half way through your question and lost the thread........what was i.........oh yeah, buffing up the tortoise............😄😄😄😄

22 hours ago

Does Anyone Have A Problem With Movement Part Of This Disease All Of A Sudden My Right Side Won't Stop Moving When I Go To Bed ?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Everyday

2 days ago

My Husband Was Just Prescribed Crexont. Anyone Else Take It? Any Comments About It?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
Haymarket, VA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I started on it this morning. So far so good. I said I'd never stop posting with groups like Patients Like Me etc but life happens. My typing efficiency is significantly reduced and I have to be… read more

3 days ago

What Do You Do About Diziness

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
Phoenix, AZ
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

To manage dizziness related to Parkinson's disease, consider the following steps:

1. Talk to Your Doctor: Discuss your experiences with dizziness. Your doctor can assess your medications, dosages… read more

3 days ago

How Do You Know When One Goes From Stage One To Stage?

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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

The progression of Parkinson's disease is typically categorized into five stages. Here’s a brief overview of how one might recognize the transition from one stage to the next:

1. Stage One
-… read more

4 days ago

Has Anyone Tried The Patches For Pd And Was It Any Relief

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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Joyce458
No my hub has not tried the patches. He is suffering from dizziness all the time right now and is having a terrible time with it. His Neuro dude just increased his carb/lev and added a new… read more

3 days ago

Have You Had DBS Surgery? If So, What Was Your Experience?

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭
San Diego, CA
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I had it on both sides and the experience was not good. The first time it left me with profound dyskinesia, a slight cognitive impairment and an inability to walk
The second time, it left me with… read more

4 days ago
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