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Problem With Toes Curling
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My toes curl up when I am in the OFF condition. I can go along for hours with no problems. At the beginning of the day my shoe fits fine. Then when I have an OFF spell, I notice that toe four on my left foot is getting sore. This toe goes under toe three causing a sore place. Anyone else having trouble with toe curling? I have been diagnosed with PD over 10 years. The toe problem has occurred in the last year.

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Shirley: I have found that (for me it's my left foot that cramps up/toe curling. I use the heel of my right foot and plant it just below the big toe (there is a muscle there that controls the… read more

Having A Family That Doesn't Really Care.
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Most of my family because of my gender identity have turned their backs on me....perfectly ok with me. But have one that will ask me how I am only to turn the subject into her problems. I would rather just be left alone ,and manage my symptons without the lack of caring. I have had all the above questions at one time or the other. Is it just best since I have a family that does not accept me to just move forward and take my meds go to the doctor and take care of my self and just ignore my… read more

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Your Answers: The Worst Parkinson's Advice (Infographic) Read Article...
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My wife tries to be supportive but her family background on these problems leans deep. I have seen how her relatives feel towards about each other during hard times and I expected it. I get snapped… read more

I Have A Lot Of Trouble With Legs Quiver
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I have the same problem. At night moy legs wou)d spasm-doesn't really hurt but it keeps me awake. I could kind of control it by rolling on my side and putting one foot on top of the other , until I… read more

DO YOU FIND YOURSELF WITH MORE CONFUSION/ HALLUCINATIONS DURING THE AFTERNOON ESPACIALLY DURING DUSK??
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The later you take your meds can make this happen.

What Becomes Of One Living Alone And Getting Worse? What Do I Do?
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The only answer Jesus Christ

How Are You Feeling Today???
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Are you feeling better as the day goes on or are you dragging yourself around as I seem to be???????

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Take the rest your body needs. Nothing else will cooperate with out it. Meds needs the rest to work efficiently and restore and coordinate your total system.😴

How Can You Prepare Yourself To Take The Step Of Contacting A Funeral Home For Your Love One With Stage 5 PD? As A Wife And Caregiver
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End-Stage Parkinson’s Disease: What To Know Read Article...
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Everything has been planned and paid for.

Genuinely Puzzled
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Can anyone throw some light on my circumstances please ? Grateful for any helpful input. Every appointment with my psychiatrist begins with this reaction the moment I walk through the door. I must say I find it quite odd . Any suggestions ?

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What Do You Do When You’re Afraid By Yourself At Night With Parkinson’s?
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Thanks for the information My name is Maddie and I'm glad to meet you. Thanks again.

Do You Find Yourself Digging Through The Snack Cabinet Late At Night? Can Parkinson’s Cause You To Have Cravings For Sugar?
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Yes it did. But the E.R tablets stopped the sugar cravings.