Learning I have Parkinson's Disease.
Hello Community,
On April 7, 2011 I was told by my neurologist that I have Parkinson's. That was one week ago today. I have spent the last week researching Parkinson's support groups and how I can "manage" my condition as it worsens. I have entered a physical therapy program. I have told my extended family and close friends that I have Parkinson's. I am trying to stay optimistic and maintain my sarcastic sense of humor.
The day I was told I had Parkinson's I was very dismayed. My mother-in-law died of Parkinson's several years ago. She was unable to care for her self the last two years of her life. Her husband acted as the care-giver and she was kept at home. I do not want or plan "to go out" as she did. In the interim I plan to live a life as full as possible. Hopefully, the interim period will be measured in years.
On April 7, 2011 I was told by my neurologist that I have Parkinson's. That was one week ago today. I have spent the last week researching Parkinson's support groups and how I can "manage" my condition as it worsens. I have entered a physical therapy program. I have told my extended family and close friends that I have Parkinson's. I am trying to stay optimistic and maintain my sarcastic sense of humor.
The day I was told I had Parkinson's I was very dismayed. My mother-in-law died of Parkinson's several years ago. She was unable to care for her self the last two years of her life. Her husband acted as the care-giver and she was kept at home. I do not want or plan "to go out" as she did. In the interim I plan to live a life as full as possible. Hopefully, the interim period will be measured in years.
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With your positive attitude, continued research, plenty of daily exercise and a good diet, you should live a long full life. Medication will keep you \"normal\" for a long time. I believe stem cell therapy will bring a cure within the next 5 years - there is hope! You will most likely die of something other tham Parklnsons.
Thanks...
Take care,
Joe