Hi, Patricia. I was diagnosed at 49 and am now 52. We have many members of our list who are a lot younger than you and I and I think we all agree with you...we're TOO YOUNG for this. You mentioned HRT in your message. Some of our members have found that HRT interferes with the effect of Sinemet. Perhaps you could discuss this with your family doctor (or neurologist or gynecologist). Many of us (including me) are still working full-time; some of us are considering early retirement/ltd, etc. In other words, Patricia, you have joined the right group. Whatever stage we are in, others have been in, so we have the benefit of their experience and advice and support. Hang in there....we're all in this together. Barb