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Parkinson's Disease | Last Active: 6 days ago | Replies (27)

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@margm

I have had what we called familial tremors since 6th grade. Of course, they were not noticed by anyone but me, and if I had to stand up in class, anxiety made it worse. I am now nearing 83. I take propranolol for this, and it is not very helpful, but after this length of time I am as used to it as I can get. I do believe it adds to depression though. I worked 43 years as a transcriptionist and it actually made me type faster, very few mistakes. Now nearing 83, my lower jaw shakes and I wear a mask (like our Covid masks) just hooked to my ears, hoping it won't be as noticeable. None of the new treatments are interested in helping me, which I understand. My dad and his sister had this too, so I was the only gene after them that was affected. Not really looking for help, just misery and company kind of thing. It gets terrible with anxiety.

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I also have ET and possibly Parkinsons. My sister also has ET. I have good days and bad days.