I was told it could be a "flare", but the PD Foundation claims that "flares" are a myth. My Dad went through a hospitalization with CAT scan, EEG, MRI, LP to r/o encephalitis. They didn't find any brain diseases or vitamin deficiencies. The only thing I could think of was a TIA that didn't show up on the MRI. The sudden onset really has me puzzled. We had 4 neurologists look at Dad with very little info. to give us. Any suggestions?
Thank you in advance, Tedi

One neurologist says I have Parkinson's and put me on Sinemet. Another neurologist from the same office says that I don't have it and thinks my neck, lower back and anxiety are what is causing problem's with my shaking and my walking. So he will be taking me off the Sinemet gradually to see if he can tell what my problem really is. I've also had other tests. My question is once I'm off the meds will I know whether I have the Parkinson's or not? If my symptoms stay the same and don't get… read more

One of our members brought this subject of Lyme Disease compared to Parkinson's to my attention and I found it fascinating. I'm sure he won't mind my sharing this. Sterling

Since i found out i have parkinsons i found myself isolating myself from family and friends. Its hard being with a group of my friends most just turning forty like myself. I see them watching me when we're trying to have dinner and my hand is shaking so bad i can barely get the food to my mouth. I don't want their pity. We go to the movies and we have to sit in special seats because i can't climb the stairs and have to walk with a walker. I wonder if anyone else struggles with these feelings… read more

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