Hello @esther589, and welcome to the PD support group on Mayo Clinic Connect. I can understand how difficult it is to adjust to the idea of having a disorder like PD. It does feel like you have to start a whole new life.

I'm glad to hear that some of your symptoms have decreased with the use of the medication. Have you begun any physical therapy for PD yet? When you start PT, you will be amazed by how much better your mobility becomes. Exercise combined with medication is an essential component in treating PD.

It is hard to say what to expect in the months ahead. Some of us have minor disability and others more. As you read the posts from other members, you will see that there are no hard and fast rules or timelines.

What are the most difficult symptoms for you right now? Is speech or swallowing a problem for you?