@halenbon81 After I was diagnosed, I was in denial for like a year. Every time my symptoms got better, I was cured! It took a long time, but I finally accepted it. I am not sure I am angry about having Parkinsons, but I was angry when doctors asked why I did, like it was my fault. Two doctors have asked me that so far.

Anyway, PD upends your life. No doubt. So yeah, being angry I believe is natural. But what do they say? Get angry, but get over it. You need your whole brain to fight this thing.

I understand the feeling of not believing a PD diagnosis, @halenbon81! After I began taking PD medication (carbidopa/levodopa) and had more confidence when I walked, I began to accept the fact that if the medicine made a difference, PD must be the correct diagnosis!

I had searched for a number of years to find a neurologist who could help with my balance, gait, and walking problems before the PD diagnosis became a reality. For me, it was a relief.

What type of symptoms led you to the diagnosis of PD? Have medications been tried, and have they been helpful?

@halenbon81 time will help you resolve your frustration then all we can do is the best we can do is, do not get upset or inpatient we are all in this together take care of yourself and hopefully you will find someone to connect to personally and have a friend on your side

@halenbon81 Hi. I am not angry. I am glad to finally have a box to put this in but I am frustrated by the fact that I made life choices meant to protect my brain only to land in this boat. What annoys me are the chemical manufacturers and the careless or uninformed who use them. Right now I'm distressed over the celebs w/PD who are keeping their mouths shut. This is not an STD in the 50s. They should get out and shout "Hey, people. This is real. We have to fix it."