Are Parkinson's symptoms increased with stress?

@coho222
You mean dystonia in your feet? That is the worse symptom for me by far. Luckily, I only get it in the morning before I take my medication.

I should have mentioned previously that I’ve had deep brain stimulation surgery. Unfortunately, it has not worked out for me as well, as I would have liked at least with respect to treating the dystonia.

@goatgirl28
Thanks for your comment. I appreciate your support.
Yes, this is a devastating disease and my case is particularly concerning at least to me.

@hopeful33250
I will make an effort to get in touch with you And try to get through to the Mayo Clinic in Arizona. I think that is closer than Minnesota.
I’ve already been through the University of Washington system several times over the past few years. I’m sure it’s just as difficult for me there as it will be at Mayo.
Thanks for your concern

@nova11723 Oh no, don't be sorry. This is one place we can share. I will check out Requip.

@esther589 In my life I learned early on to value small victories. When I need reminding, I put in my Queen cd and play We are the champions.

Hello @coho222

I see from your post that you are considering a second opinion at Mayo Clinic. Here is a link to appointment information: http://mayocl.in/1mtmR63. Complex health issues are often best treated at a large health care facility like Mayo or a university medical school.

On Connect, you can find discussion groups for issues with constipation as well as migraines. To find these discussions, just use the search button at the top of your screen.

I look forward to hearing from you again. Will you continue to post with questions and updates as you seek help?

I have Parkinson’s with Gastroparesis, dystonia in my hamstrings,and possibly my calves, chronic constipation, chronic insomnia, and a frequent migraine headache disorder that has been unresponsive to most medications. I haven’t been able to sit down or lie down on my butt or back an can only sleep on my left side.

I am trying to find a neurologist and gastroenterologist with experience dealing with very complex patients. I am 77 and am not ready to die yet…. Is there a provider at. Mayo who can help me…

have any of you tried one of other vagal nerve stimulators for anxiety and other PD autonomic symptoms? Our doctor recommended we try the Pulsetto to help calm anxiety and also help calm the gut. The advertising material is interesting but it's hard to believe much of anything on the internet anymore. Anyone actually tried a Pulsetto or Halo or Parasym gadget?

@goatgirl28
A devastating situation for you. This disease takes so much from us but I encourage you to remain hopeful. I was using a wheelchair most of the time last year but now I am able to walk short distances without pain. It enables me to go to the grocery store and walk from the car a short distance. I can sometimes drive but I recognize when I don't have the capacity and find other solutions.
All small victories but I'm grateful for them.
I hope you find your way to some small victories that might give you hope for some bigger ones in the future.