Parkinson's Disease Support Group
Parkinson's disease is a movement disorder often characterized by muscle rigidity, tremor, a slowing of physical movement, and in extreme cases, a loss of physical movement. The primary symptoms of Parkinsons are due to excessive muscle contraction, normally caused by the insufficient formation and action of dopamine, which is produced in the dopaminergic neurons of the...
I've heard that she actually had MSA verses PD. Does anyone know if this is true? When I tell people my husband has pd they look down and say, "Did you see the movie Saving Milly"? That's all we need to hear as a response!! I do know some people are given pd as an initial diagnosis and it turns out to be MSA. I didn't watch the movie because of fear but if anyone did, did it mention just pd or MSA?
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
He mentions that she did probably have MSA. I tried to read the book early on in my diagnosis and just couldn't get far in it. Likewise I watched the movie until it showed when she got the diagnosis of PD, and it was just too overwhelming to see it and recall my own time when the dr. said 'you have Parkinson's disease.' I have heard others say it is a wonderful love story and maybe some day i'll be able to read it all.