Yesterday I was seen by my current Neuro, the 4th visit in less than a year. He spent 45 minutes and answered all the questions that my wife and I offered. He recognized that we live in a remote area and provided his email address to enhance our ability to communicate. I feel so fortunate.
He also seemed content with my request to take the least meds that are effective instead of pushing pills. However, the most significant statement that he made was that the non-motor symptoms are frequently the most debilitating aspects of PD. Reassuring to know I'm not fantasizing or going crazy.
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it's ironic, i know, but for me the PD diagnosis was a relief...like you said, it;s reassuring soemhow to know that there is a real reason, a chemical reason, for our odd symptoms. Plus my incapacitating depression went away when I began treatment.
BTW I too saw my neuro yesterday for 45 min. I wrote him a long email a week before to present my current state and list my questions. He answered my mail and claimed to have read my blog entries.
For no good reason I cried on the street as I walked home from the bus stop.
You have certainly found a gem...............a doctor who actually cares and will take time with his/her pts. to answer questions, offer support.......validates you as a person not just a disease. Find a way to tell this person what an asset they are to their profession......something not always heard!!! God bless and have a wonderful day.
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