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Do you think the severity of your Parkinson’s fatigue has changed with time?
Let’s talk about fatigue. I know that a lot of people struggle with this Parkinson’s symptom, and that it can impact day-to-day activities. Living with it can be hard.
Do you think the severity of your Parkinson’s fatigue has changed with time?
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Yes! Fatigue has become debilitating. It makes me not feel well. I’m at a loss as to what to do to improve things.
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My fatigue actually got worse after DBS surgery last November. I felt really good for the fire few months post-surgical but then fatigue started getting worse especially after a strenuous exercise class, now 1/2 way through class. I’ve started drinking caffeinated drinks before class and eating more protein, but it’s still a struggle.
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Yes. Although I mainly deal with a right side tremor, my energy level has definitely decreased over the last year. I need to plan for allocating more time to finish chores and usually take a one hour mindful break in the afternoon. Age 67. Diagnosed 2018.
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This is such a helpful & informative form!
Unfortunately I am feeling more fatigue on a consistent basis than before PD or in my case diagnosed MSA. Many times (lately) it’s a challenge to stay awake. Sometimes I’m successful, however, most times I’m forced to give in & take a ‘nap’ for about an 1 hr.
I should also mention that I find myself lacking motivation – to do even simple chores. This too, has become a challenge to overcome.
Like so many others on this forum I could go on & on but I thought today I’d chime in.
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This year I seem to be more fatigued. Or perhaps I am only now willing to admit I am fatigued. I can no longer “power through“ an activity. Once I get tired, I just have to stop and power down! I feel guilty when I have to leave the completion of tasks to others, but there is just no getting around it. Hearing that this is not uncommon makes me feel a whole lot better! Thanks, everyone, for your transparency!
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