I have had PD for over 20 years and waited a long time to start Sinemet. If I had the chance to do it over again, I would have started it earlier, Too many patients are afraid of Leva-dopa but they must realize that it gives us the capacity to exercise and at this point exercise is the only neuroprotective practice we have. If you can't move sufficiently, it's time to start it. And congratulations on a great series! Pamela Quinn
I am 59 years old and was diagnosed two years ago. Once I was diagnosed I could date the symptoms back to 1995. I have been an elite triathlete since 1987 and have been doing over 10 hours a week of training including regular high-intensity training throughout all my adult life. I will be doing a half Ironman on July 9th, and while I doubt I can still make the podium while fighting Parkinson's I may still be close. Currently, I am on no drugs. I have a right-hand tremor, and my right side is clearly symptomatic along with my back. I would answer NO to all other symptoms and hope to stay off of all drugs for as long as possible. Should I consider drugs?
A very interesting discussion ..I suspect the number of PWP who suffer with impulse control issues , certainly in my experience is far greater than 10%- I have been on L-Dopa therapy for 40 years
I have had PD for over 20 years and waited a long time to start Sinemet. If I had the chance to do it over again, I would have started it earlier, Too many patients are afraid of Leva-dopa but they must realize that it gives us the capacity to exercise and at this point exercise is the only neuroprotective practice we have. If you can't move sufficiently, it's time to start it. And congratulations on a great series! Pamela Quinn
Very thought provoking comment.
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I am 59 years old and was diagnosed two years ago. Once I was diagnosed I could date the symptoms back to 1995. I have been an elite triathlete since 1987 and have been doing over 10 hours a week of training including regular high-intensity training throughout all my adult life. I will be doing a half Ironman on July 9th, and while I doubt I can still make the podium while fighting Parkinson's I may still be close. Currently, I am on no drugs. I have a right-hand tremor, and my right side is clearly symptomatic along with my back. I would answer NO to all other symptoms and hope to stay off of all drugs for as long as possible. Should I consider drugs?
A very interesting discussion ..I suspect the number of PWP who suffer with impulse control issues , certainly in my experience is far greater than 10%-
I have been on L-Dopa therapy for 40 years
Excellent and very helpful - thanks for posting.
Hi, is there any medicine for depression that don' t increase/gives tremors? (Cipramil increases Parkinson tremors). Thank You