My Journey, One Entry at a Time
Every post is a glimpse into how I’m navigating the changes—some expected, most not—as I figure out life one day, one entry at a time.
I may not see a huge difference compared to my last session, but the important thing is—things are not getting worse. As I haven’t got much to report, here are some general observations
- I can still put on my trousers without holding on to anything.
- The tremors in my hands are more noticeable when I’m stressed.
- My neurologist, who has been monitoring me closely, said that before treatment I was already at advanced stage 2 (moderate to severe). Now, he says I’ve gone back to stage 1
- My hair keeps growing fast – so yes, I’m spending more on haircuts
- Before treatment, I was declining quickly, partly due to loss of appetite. Since the start of the treatment, I’ve pushed myself to eat – and now I don’t have to force myself anymore, because I eat almost everything I see. I believe this has contributed to my progress.
As time passes, it’s easy to forget how tough things once were because you’ve grown used to the progress you’re experiencing now. Sometimes it’s worth looking back – just to see how far you’ve come in this Parkinson’s journey.
Brian Walker