Hi
This is a very useful idea. I would suggest that people should include
the treatment they received and the results of the treatment would also be
very useful not only for the MDs but also for the patients.
Raj
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From: "Bill at SB" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2005 6:38 PM
Subject: Let me (re)introduce myself
> Hi -
>
> My name is Bill Isbell (Bill at SB). I was active on one of the
> Lists several years ago, but stopped when I felt that I was being
> overwhelmed by the sheer number of messages. Now, I propose to reenter
the
> List with a proposal.
>
> I have read too many times that doctors are not familiar with
> the symptoms of PD. It took less than five minutes for my neurologist to
> correctly diagnose my condition as Parkinson's. From my own experience, I
> can list many signs that pointed surely to a correct diagnosis. I expect
> that each of us has their own list. Why not combine the lists into a
> training document for MDs? I have discussed this with my neuro and he is
> receptive to writing a paper on the subject. It can't hurt and it could
help.
>
> For starters, my "First Signs of Parkinson's" list would include:
> Losing the ability to whistle
> Stubbing my right foot on the carpet
> Feeling that I could hide my thoughts from others behind my mask
> Making my jaw slack
> Drooling
> Lessened arm swing, especially right arm
> If you like this idea, please add your own early symptoms and I will
> collate and distribute.
>
> Regards,
>
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