Parkinson's and Moods

@mariemarie Hi Marie: That is interesting, When I started w/ PD meds I took Sinemet (gold standard for PD). That is what I used for the Titration Schedule that I mentioned above. After the third week I began to notice that my walking was much better and I felt my lower extremities working much better. There was a sense of relief but it was not really a relief from depression exactly. Now I take a long lasting Sinemet drug called Stalevo. It has an added ingredient (Entacopone) and I just take two Stalevo and 1 or 1 1/2 of the Sinemet. It keeps me walking straight and having better control. Since your doctor suggested waiting a bit longer for the citalopram to kick in that might be a good idea. Teresa

Teresa- Hi how are you- I have been off the last week or so- had a spinal shot for the pain in my back and spine- It caused me to be more un-balanced-sick, dizzy, buzzing in my hear, head aches, and terrible mood swings- I told the Dr. Office that and some of the side affects could have been increased from Parkinson's- do you think that true-or makes any sense? It has hung on for the past 7 days now- the mood in constant internal anxiety- like never before- again the answer was its-Parkinson's- What is your take on all of this. when you have time- Thank you much-JJAMES

@johnjames Hi JJames: I was out of town for a few days and I just saw your message. I am so sorry to hear of the side-effects of this shot. However, I have never heard of anyone with PD getting a spinal shot for the pain - might you be referring to an Epidural? If your doctor thinks that some of the side-effects were increased by the PD, that certainly may be the case. Were you given any literature about the injection? Are you feeling any better now? Teresa

I feel some better- well after talking with two doctors- they don't know the answer- They do believe that PD played a roll in the side affects, but this coming Monday and Tuesday I will have some tests to see. I will let you know, Thanks Much. JJAMES

@johnjames I am glad to hear that you are feeling some better. Yes, please let us know what you learn from your appointments - we all learn from each other's experiences! Blessings to you. Teresa

Teresa- The shot caused so many side affects - I'm still having a few problems. I will not so that again- I'm still dizzy and have more balance issues. Thanks for asking and for your wisdom and friendship. JJAMES

@johnjames Hi JJames - It is always good to hear from you! Thanks for checking in. I can understand your not wanting to have that shot again, it sounds like the side effects were not worth it. As I recall, you were going to see another doctor - just wondering if he offered you any help with the side effects? Has anyone suggest vestibular therapy (vestibular therapy is a type of physical therapy that is specific for dizziness and balance problems)? Teresa

I don't see her ( my new Nero/DR until July the 20th, than I hope she can help me understand better what is next and what can she do to help me. JJAMES

@johnjames That sounds good, I'll pray that the July 20th appointment goes well and will be helpful for you! Blessings to you. Teresa