A Journey of One Day #15 Notes

March 16, 2011                             Notes


 It’s been a while since I made a progress report because I haven’t had much to report. I feel that I am still progressing, although slowly. I’m starting to see a few days where I have more function. The function that I am talking about is more of  involuntary functions and my body’s core movement. For instance, I can get up and down easier without help more consistently. I can sit and read a book. I can comb my hair and wash my face slowly. I can do a little more on the computer.

 A few weeks ago I went to the doctor for a sinus infection. After antibiotics I am feeling better. Any kind of illness depletes Dopamine. It’s been 13 weeks without any PD meds. I still experience withdrawal symptoms, though they are not as severe. I don’t need the medicines any longer that counter acted the withdrawal symptoms. I do still have body pain. I still have the usual old pain from my back injury. And I strained the tendon in my right shoulder from pushing myself up and down because all the weight is on my shoulders.

 I keep myself entertained by watching movies, reading books, and doing computer work, and visiting with my family. Thank you to all of you who have sent me e-mails. I still maybe a few months before I start going out of the house.

 I think I have come through the hardest part of coming off the PD meds. Some days I feel it will never end but most of the time I am still very optimistic. I miss my life but this is necessary. I am looking forward to spring and warmer weather. My hammock is waiting for me.