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  • Lloyd

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    October 5, 2021 at 3:08 pm in reply to: Have your urinary patterns changed?

    Yes. I urinate more frequently during the day and overnight. I measured my overnight outputs and it’s consistently 40 oz. I don’t consume more than about 8 oz. of liquid after 6pm.

  • Lloyd

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    September 9, 2021 at 6:00 am in reply to: Foods that make you feel better?

    Hi. Garlic, onions, shallots, red peppers, green peppers, salads, salmon, chicken breasts, broccoli, cottage cheese, yogurt, coffee, tuna fish, rice.
    Quality foods for anyone’s life but essential for PD. My craving is ice cream. I indulge in that area.

  • Lloyd

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    September 8, 2021 at 12:32 am in reply to: What has Parkinson’s stolen from you?

    it’s given me the Musical Chairs game in my senior years. Unlike playing the game as a child, Parkinson’s takes over your body and you’re the one left standing. Movement cannot be guaranteed 24/7 so either I pop more meds or have a wheelchair near me.  There’s no warning. I’m a Nicad battery-my body STOPS without warning. It’s a real challenge to go out to a store and feel confident I can make it out of the store. 

  • Lloyd

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    July 1, 2021 at 4:20 pm in reply to: Were you sctive in sports prior to PD onset?

    Absolutely! Walked-fast walked, constantly on the go. I never sat. It’s important to not forget I am not my disease. I’m restarting my exercise on the treadmill and indoor bike.

  • Lloyd

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    July 1, 2021 at 4:20 pm in reply to: Were you sctive in sports prior to PD onset?

    Absolutely! Walked-fast walked, constantly on the go. I never sat. It’s important to not forget I am not my disease. I’m restarting my exercise on the treadmill and indoor bike.

  • Lloyd

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    July 1, 2021 at 4:16 pm in reply to: Side effects and medication cessation

    I’ve been taking 25/100 (LC) every four hours. I add 1 Azilect and a Synthroid tab to my PD meds. I was diagnosed in 2008 and sometimes the PD meds give me Dyskinesias in my mouth. I believe I’m over medicating when that happens.

  • Lloyd

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    October 24, 2023 at 2:39 pm in reply to: What kind of footwear do you prefer?

    Arche from France.

  • Lloyd

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    July 1, 2021 at 4:07 pm in reply to: Are you worried about falling?

    Yes-excellent question. I have balance sticks as well as an UP-Walker near me, always. It’s especially imperative when the meds are close to wearing off. It’s a good idea to remove clutter and have a clear pathway.