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LastLiberal in PalmSprings

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41. I'm pretty open about stuff like this.

Sat Nov 2, 2024, 06:42 PM

Nov 2

Right now I'm taking a small amount of levodopa/carbidopa. It diminishes the tremors. I'm one week post-diagnosis so I don't know what's in my brain (PD) and what's in my mind (fear, worry, anger). I expect to be able to have it sorted out by the end of the month.

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I was just diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. [View all] LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 OP

I have no words of wisdom, but hope displacedvermoter Nov 2 #1

Thank you. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #17

I'm so very sorry to hear that DarthDem Nov 2 #2

Thank you for the encouraging words and information. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #7

You are so, so, so very welcome. DarthDem Nov 2 #38

aw fuck... markie Nov 2 #3

Those were my exact words when the doctor gave me the news. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #15

Sorry to hear, a difficult thing to be told bucolic_frolic Nov 2 #4

Oh, sweetie crickets Nov 2 #5

I am so sorry to hear that jfz9580m Nov 2 #6

Research online SheltieLover Nov 2 #8

That's very rough; you have my sympathy. As someone who works on the forefront of drug development... NNadir Nov 2 #9

Are you eligible for deep-brain stimulation surgery? True Dough Nov 2 #10

60 Minutes did a great story on this. The results are miraculous. Native Nov 2 #36

I have a colleague who found people who had cured their Parkinson's MadameButterfly Nov 2 #11

I'll check these resources out. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #39

Not everyone is open, so it's great that you are MadameButterfly Nov 2 #52

(((hugs))) samnsara Nov 2 #12

Wow. Sorry for the news. 70sEraVet Nov 2 #13

Now that's hard for anyone to hear. As NNadir said in a previous post, there is definitely hope. BComplex Nov 2 #14

DUers are empathetic, knowledgeable and supportive. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #40

I'm so sorry. When you feel like discussing, I'd like to sinkingfeeling Nov 2 #16

I'm pretty open about stuff like this. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #41

This is treatable and manageable with medications.... FarPoint Nov 2 #18

This is a great time to be alive, medically. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #42

I am so sorry to hear this... Trueblue Texan Nov 2 #19

what are Big and Loud exercises? LymphocyteLover Nov 2 #21

LSVT Big and LSVT Loud are great physical therapy programs Easterncedar Nov 2 #23

They are copyrighted but... Trueblue Texan Nov 3 #62

Thank you for your encouraging words. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #44

I'm so sorry. I don't know much about treatment of the disease but I hope you can get the best care possible. LymphocyteLover Nov 2 #20

Thank you. I'm definitely getting the best care available -- my wife. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #45

Getting the diagnosis is a shock. It takes time to get oriented to the new reality. Easterncedar Nov 2 #22

Thank you. Your words are encouraging and informative. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #46

It was amazing to hear my guy's voice after an appointment Easterncedar Nov 2 #50

Hugs to you, my friend. HeartsCanHope Nov 2 #24

Thank you for your kind words and suggested support resources. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 2 #47

Fight it! My local news did a story about a boxing program for Parkinsons patients. tanyev Nov 2 #25

That really sucks Horse with no Name Nov 2 #26

What a great list of information. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 3 #59

I'm sorry cate94 Nov 2 #27

That sucks. Dear_Prudence Nov 2 #28

Keep on keepin on. Hope22 Nov 2 #29

You are doing the right thing... blue sky at night Nov 2 #30

OMG. I am so sorry to hear this. The only thing I can say is that they are coming up with such amazing ratchiweenie Nov 2 #31

Just hugs, prayers, positive thoughts, and love. a kennedy Nov 2 #32

I am so sorry to hear this. Still, be hopeful. jrthin Nov 2 #33

I'm so sorry XanaDUer2 Nov 2 #34

I'm so so sorry. I wish the best for you. I have MS and I empathize with you. I have been taking NAC as a supplement LiberalLoner Nov 2 #35

I know someone with PD Lulu KC Nov 2 #37

NAC is fantastic. It has saved me from bronchitis and covid. Clouds Passing Nov 2 #49

Sorry to hear this diagnosis leighbythesea2 Nov 2 #43

Exercise, especially tai chi for balance, yoga, mix it up, stay with it daily. Clouds Passing Nov 2 #48

Godspeed Groundhawg Nov 2 #51

I'm so sorry kimbutgar Nov 2 #53

So much study and research going into this disease. SleeplessinSoCal Nov 2 #54

Science is my friend. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 3 #60

That is a tough diagnosis to get. I wish you strength for your journey. LoisB Nov 2 #55

Big hug to ya. Eko Nov 2 #56

My Dad has lived with it for 20 years AwakeAtLast Nov 2 #57

Your Dad is an inspiration. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Nov 3 #61

Well.....crap Bayard Nov 2 #58