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@emmit I share your frustration. My neurologist said, “you don’t have Parkinson’s based on the Datscat so come back in 3 months.” She has prescribed Nortriptyline, which seems to help. Although it is usually prescribed as an anti-depressant, there is some evidence that it slows/prevents protein build up in the brain. There are some studies on this issue conducted by Michael J Fox foundation. My symptoms also point to PD and are very sporadic. I have good days and bad days. I will follow your lead and find a movement disorder specialist. I assume neurologists have specializations and I think both of us need one that specializes in Parkinson’s and/or movement disorders.