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I was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease some ten years ago. I was 58 years old. About 2 years later, my wife was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease. She was then 58 years old. When we first found out about my illness, she told me not to worry and that she was prepared to take care of me. Little did I know at the time that I was going to be her caregiver for the entire duration of her terrible ordeal which lasted all of eight years. As her illness progressed she required full custodial care. I did everything possible to not have to put her in a nursing home. I was fortunate enough to meet a person who assisted me during this most difficult period. Six months ago, my wife who was also my best friend and whom I adored for over 45 years passed away in her sleep. My total involvement and concern for her precluded me from thinking too much about my own illness. This and my strong faith in God helped me to endure the difficulties that we know to be associated with Parkinson's. Though I still miss her dearly, I have a strong will to survive and I believe that there is a purpose for everything. I take one day at a time and try my best to live it to its fullest. I am currently taking (6) Sinemet 25/100, (2) Amantadine 100mg, Vitamin C 4000mg, Vitamin E 800 units, (3) Coenzyme Q10 30mg, (1) Multivitamin, per day. I also have an Ativan .25mg when stress is a problem. I play 18 holes of golf twice a week. I enjoy working at my computer. I like watching all kinds of sports and a good movie. Plus a few other things. I am seeing a neurologist who is a Movement Disorder Specialist and one that specializes in Parkinson's Disease. Jerry Di Lauro ([log in to unmask]