I am seeing my Neuro for the first time this week, my pcp thinks I may have Parkinsons. My pcp has already done a brain ct and blood work. I hope someone can share with me what I can expect during this appointment. I have severe shakes and muscle jumps.( I was rather offended when my pcp of 10+ years asked me if I was using street drugs or drinking!! I have a sister that does both and he is very aware of my feelings on it. However after thinking about it I do look like I'm having DT's.) I'm just curious about what to expect on Thursday.
PJ
Hi PJ
Wish you the best .AtYour first neuro visit the Dr will probably check coordination,balance walking ability and a host of other muscle involved activities.He may also order some other tests.The definitive test for Parkinson"s Disease is whether or not the PD drugs help stop or slow your symptoms.If they do the assumption is made that you have PD.With this in mind the dr may put you on a med right away.Keep in mind that a dx of PD is not the end of the world ,and there are many meds to help you with this disease.Above all keep a positive attitude,and remember we are here to help you.Let us know how you made out with your first visit.Ed
Ed-Diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in 1998.I am also Diabetic,and have major arthritis issues.As long as I can fish life is good.
Wish you the best .AtYour first neuro visit the Dr will probably check coordination,balance walking ability and a host of other muscle involved activities.He may also order some other tests.The definitive test for Parkinson"s Disease is whether or not the PD drugs help stop or slow your symptoms.If they do the assumption is made that you have PD.With this in mind the dr may put you on a med right away.Keep in mind that a dx of PD is not the end of the world ,and there are many meds to help you with this disease.Above all keep a positive attitude,and remember we are here to help you.Let us know how you made out with your first visit.Ed
Ed-Diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in 1998.I am also Diabetic,and have major arthritis issues.As long as I can fish life is good.
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Hello Ed:
Tomorrow is the big day and I'm nerveous and releived at the same time. Thanks for filling me in on what to expect I'm sure I'll survive. I've heard they often do an MRI and I am not good in closed spaces so I'm hoping they would sedate me......I have nightmares of being in that big tube and having a panic attack!!
I'll let you know how it goes tomorrow. Thanks again!!
As Always
PJ
Tomorrow is the big day and I'm nerveous and releived at the same time. Thanks for filling me in on what to expect I'm sure I'll survive. I've heard they often do an MRI and I am not good in closed spaces so I'm hoping they would sedate me......I have nightmares of being in that big tube and having a panic attack!!
I'll let you know how it goes tomorrow. Thanks again!!
As Always
PJ
PJ,
I hope your neuro visit went well. My neuro also ordered an MRI, EEG and a myriad of blood tests. I also had an eye exam to eliminate Wilson's Disease. I'm a bit claustrophobic, so opted for an open-sided MRI. It's pretty much like it sounds - open on the sides so one doesn't feel as closed-in. I don't know how readily available open-sided MRI machines are. I've also heard they are less accurate, but adequate for use in a Parkinson's diagnosis.
I later was in a study that required a functional MRI and had to be in a 'regular' MRI machine. They covered my eyes with a wash cloth, which helped. The wash cloth was placed so I could still peek out and look 'down' toward my feet, but not up toward the machine which is in your face. As you mention, you can also get a prescription for something that takes the edge off.
Best of luck!
lizzy4451
Life is a dance. Don't sit it out. --- H. Jackson Brown
Life is a dance. Don't sit it out. --- H. Jackson Brown