New to PD

[Maggie Mauney <m.mauney@xxxxxxxx>]

Hello all,

I've just been diagnosed with PD last week, and I have some questions about
what to expect.

I developed a tremor in my left hand about 6 months ago; also, my balance
has been off for several years, and within the last few months I've begun to
have problems with stumbling when I walk, falling (or almost falling) often.
Are all these symptoms of PD?  Also, what about pain?  I've had severe pain
in my left forearm (the same side with the tremor), and it feels like muscle
sprain--but just won't get better.  OFten, when I'm resting and not using my
arm, the throbbing is terrible--and lifting heavy items is very painful.
I've also been choking more lately.  Are these PD problems?  If so, any
predictions on what I can expect my future to bring--predictions on the
progression of the PD?

I've just started taking Mirapex, and am on a low dosage now.  I've not
noticed any change on the Mirapex--no side effects either.  Any of you
familiar with MIrapex?

I live alone way out in the country, and to be honest I'm afraid now of
falling at home sometime and not being able to get up.  Now it's almost
impossible to get up when I'm sitting in a chair, unless I  have some way to
pull myself up.  And I fear choking on food when I'm alone.  Any
suggestions?  Or am I worrying too much?

Any input on what I can expect would be appreciated.

Maggie Mauney

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