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. What do others do for this fatigue.... it's > debilitating! > >Clare Wilson (69/ 3 ) > > > fatigue is now considered one of the five key symptoms of pd > > when i 'run out of steam' i either rest and read for awhile > or take a nap - 30 minutes usually does the trick > > there is no more point in 'fighting' pd-related fatigue > than there is in 'fighting' pd-related tremor > > janet > > A great topic as this is the most difficult and obstructive problem for me as well, and Requip, a blessing in many ways, has made drowsiness much worse. Even a 59 I had not learned to nap effectively, but I agree with Janet that cooperating with the fatigue and doing what it is asking (lay down and close my eyes) works better than anything else. There are some drugs less habit forming than amphetamines that can be prescribed and while my specialist is willing to do so I want see if a peaceful accommodation can be made before taking that step. I'm sure open to help in this area, however. Chuck