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<< > On Jan. 4 Manfred Heiderich wrote: >I have several questions: > > > >1. My symptoms are mild. I feel hardly handicapped at all. Why then should > >I start drug treatment (with Sinemet CR)? My understanding is that no PD > >drug (with the possible exception of Selegiline) actually checks the > >progress of the disease; they merely mask the symptoms.... >> Manfred, I was diagnosed 2 years ago but I have had symptoms of PD for 11 years. After all this time, I also do not feel handicapped. I have worked with my neuro on (hopefully) slowing the progression of PD by taking agonists (Selegeline and Mirapex) and antioxidants (therapeutic dosages of Vits. E and C). I do not take Sinemet. The progression of PD in my case has been extremely slow, so of course I am satisfied and enthusiastic about my treatment, just as Brian Collins is satisfied and enthusiastic about his use of Sinemet. Parkinson's is a "designer" disease and you need to find the treatment that is best for you. If your neuro won't work WITH you and consider options, I would look for a different neuro. I think everyone will agree that there are several important things you can do to help yourself. Keep a positive attitude. Stay connected to other people. Maintain an active lifestyle. Exercise and stretch. Eat healthy. Laugh a lot. Work for a cure. "Never give up". Mary Sheehan