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Taking Parkinson's Medication at Young Age

Posted by NasbyE @nasbyevan, 1 day ago

Hello,

I'm 31 years old and have been taking carbidopa-levodopa since 2024 for not for its intended purpose Parkinson's. I have had a right calf cramp since 2021 and the neurologist prescribed me Carbidopa-levodopa in 2024 to see if it would make a difference which it has greatly improved my daily pain and calf stiffness.

I have learned from several orher medical professionals since starting the medication its relatively rare medication for someone my age. I'm curious to know of any other young individuals who are taking Parkinson's medication for non Parkinson's related medical treatment.?

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NasbyE | @nasbyevan | 4 hours ago
In reply to @nova11723 "@nasbyevan I don't believe there is a medical test for Parkinsons except maybe a PET scan...." + (show)
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@nasbyevan I don't believe there is a medical test for Parkinsons except maybe a PET scan. But that sounds pretty serious, and if the medication works, that is great. Just hard to understand what is going on.

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Its been a long journey. I had Zoom appointment with the rheumatology department today and they cleared me of any autoimmune disease.

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