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Hi. What is generally considered as the general meaning of "Newly Diagnosed" for this group? I recently reached my 1st year point.

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question in Newly Diagnosed group 💭
Bartlett, IL
January 13, 2025
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Excellent question!! 🤔
For me, I will be ...3 years diagnosed come July of 2025
I have been practicing Parkinson's for 8 years ....correction 'we' have been practicing PD. I presented my research and my doctor handed me the prescription and told us I will probably have to be in a wheelchair in 5 years maybe ten. 😳 My husband had just retired 🙄
Fortunately he is brilliant at planning and organizing but more than anything....he is my best friend.
I do use a 'personal mobility chair '😉 sounds cooler 😎 for outside stuff. I got it last July. As you may be seeing is I am an over achiever 😏 things moved faster than expected after a severe case of covid last January.
That being said...I was diagnosed with stage 3 Parkinson's. Now I dabble in stage 4. It sucks, I hate it, my husband hates it, and so on...
I am just grateful we now know why.
The Lord got me this far...and He is with me now. I'm just not ready to go see Him just yet.
If He takes points off for colorful metaphors, I might need a few prayers 🙏 😅

January 13, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Sending a hug

January 13, 2025
MyParkinsonsTeam

In the context of Parkinson's, "newly diagnosed" generally refers to individuals who are still adjusting to their diagnosis and learning to navigate life with Parkinson's. This period can vary, but many consider the first year or two as the "newly diagnosed" phase. It's a time of emotional adjustment, learning about the Show Full Answer

In the context of Parkinson's, "newly diagnosed" generally refers to individuals who are still adjusting to their diagnosis and learning to navigate life with Parkinson's. This period can vary, but many consider the first year or two as the "newly diagnosed" phase. It's a time of emotional adjustment, learning about the condition, and finding strategies to manage symptoms. Everyone's journey is unique, so it's okay to still feel like you're adjusting even after a year.

January 13, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Hi MelissaLauer,love your perspective on PD. I have no idea what phase I am in. I really don’t care. It really want change the fact that I have PD. I was in shock, but my family has not found any relatives that had PD. It is always brought up at family gatherings. My family will try to move to another topic very quickly. I guess I will become the first I would love to put you on my team very wonderful group that I call my PD warriors. They were a life savior to me I had a lot of questions and concerns Looking forward to hearing from you.

January 13, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

ElsieGoodwinHarris, thanks for the hug, if i can help you with any questions please feel free to write. I hav3 a wonderful group of people on my team who will answer any question you may have. Looking forward to conversing with you. Big hug coming your way.

January 17, 2025

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