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Q: If I have all the signs of parkinsons then why the test?

asked by: baby_2u on November 16th, 2007

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Last Wed. Nov 14, 2007 I had a doc. appontment. At that visit he informed me that I have all the signs of Parkinson's Disease. He is setting me up an app. with a neurologist.
Now what do I do? I've read some of the things on the net about Parkinsons, but they all, basicly, say the same thing. If I have all the signs of parkinsons then why the test?

Should I be scared? Question

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smj3

replied on December 4th, 2007

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You Should Be Scared

Parkinsons should be treated by a movment disorders neurologist. Only someone with that speciality can help through the various stages of this life altering disease. I have had early onset of PD for 19 years.

smj3

replied on December 4th, 2007

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You Should Be Scared

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