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Although she was advised not to mention her newly diagnosed Parkinson's disease when she had to change her job she has found that disclosure was necessary. As a divorced woman she can't help worrying about who will care for her in future if her condition deteriorates.
Divorced, 1 adult son lives with her, Currently working in management, strategic planner.
Kevin was diagnosed 2 years ago. Although he still experiences stiffness, particularly in his shoulder and neck, most of his symptoms were managed well by Ropinirole but it caused nausea and has os now on Rogitotine 4mg vvpatches.
Married, adult children Network IT consultant (now home-based).
Gaynor was diagnosed 4 and half years ago. She takes Mirapexin. Fatigue, sleep disturbance and stiffness are the main symptoms she experiences.
Married, adult children, retired social worker.
Keith's symptoms have progressed slowly since he was diagnosed in 2004. His symptoms are tremor in his left hand, slowness and fatique. He is currently taking Madopar.
Married, adult children, retired principal lecturer.
William has had Parkinson's Disease for eight years. His symptoms are well controlled with medication. Mobility affects him the most and he recently noticed problems with speaking.
Married, 2 adult children, retired contract support.
Karen was 34 when she first started having symptoms down the right side of her body. She experiences a lot of freezing and festination and some dyskinesia.
Married, 2 children aged 18 & 20, still working as a clerk.
Peter was diagnosed six years ago. He experiences tremor, freezing and rigidity and considerable problems sleeping at night. He takes slow release Sinemet and Amitriptyline.
Married, 2 adult children, retired salesman.
Angela was diagnosed in 2004 with Parkinson's Disease. She takes Ropinirole, Orphenadrine and Requip. Acupuncture has helped her symptoms.
Married, 2 adult children, retired special needs teacher.
Fiona's husband was diagnosed in 2003 at the age of 42 with early onset Parkinson's Disease. He has continued to work full time.
Married, 2 children aged 14 and 18. Husband is still working. She is an NHS Manager.
Elisabet was diagnosed in 1990. In 2006, she had deep brain stimulation which was successful and has improved her symptoms considerably.
Married, 2 children, still working as a nutrionist.
