My Gifted Life

Today we met with my neurologist. It was different and I learned a bit. From the discussion it seems likely I have an atypical form of Parkinson’s. Unfortunately that would mean that DBS (deep brain stimulation) wouldn’t be useful. I’m scheduled to see Lahey’s specialist in movement disorters in January – understand that today’s neuro is already a movement disorder specialist, this will be one more level above.

I also learned a bit more about my condition and why levadopa carbidopa may not be working ideally for me.

Overall life is going ok, I’m forcing myself to get out and walk. I’m finally going to look into boxing both for the social aspect as well as the positive effects for my endurance and balance.