lamjam inc wrote:
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> Hi all.
>
> I'm 46, diagnosed with PD in January, 2001, confirmed in February. I started a Dopamine agonist drug trial (reference above) on February 26. It runs twelve weeks.
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> My symptoms are loss of fine motor control on my left side ( I am typing this with one hand). I have a noticeable limp. I am tired all the time. Folding socks is tough, etc. I have no tremors. I have suspected Parkinson for 18 months (it took awhile and 3 GP's to get diagnosed).
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Your symptoms sound a lot like mine.
I have had to type of one-handed many times.
Now I use voice recognition software.
Because you are in a drug trial,
It may not be a good idea
to anticipate or have expectations
of what the drug will do.
I suppose that having expectations
would influence a placebo effect.
Just hang in there for the duration of the study.
When this study is over --
your neurologist can try to relieve the your symptoms.
Being newly diagnosed, it is a difficult time,
and then taking part in this study on top of it--
you are to be commended for your efforts.
best wishes,
Ray
> Does anyone have experience with this drug trial? I am getting one of five does levels (maybe placebo). I am trying to set my expectations for symptom relief. How about similar symptom relief data with Miraplex?
>
> Thanks.
>
> John A. Maurer
>
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