Does anyone have both Parkinsonism and Myasthenia Gravis?
I was thought to have Myasthenia Gravis and so my neurologist sent me to Mayo to be tested. I was diagnosed with Parkinsonism instead. He seems skeptical, but has me taking Sinemet. It is too soon to tell if it works. Any ideas?
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Adding the medication slowly is a great plan, @laurievr. I did the same thing. As I recall, my neurologist suggested starting with a half-pill once a day and each week adding another half-pill. It was a slow process, but it worked without the stomach upset.
Looking forward to hearing how you are feeling.
He has been doing the CLIMB program for about 4 months. I had to drive him at first because his platelets were to low from his cancer but he has been driving there himself for 2 months now. He also goes to our local gym to do cardio. So he is getting some sort of exercise at least 4 x week.
That is just great, @jrwilli1! I'm sure he is noticing a difference in his mobility.
Thank you so much for your story , I appreciate your reply ! Good luck to you as well !
Thank you.
Sherry Bonner