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Why Doesn’t My Doctor Tell Me What Stage I’m In?
I’ve had Parkinson’s for 15 years, and not once has my doctor told me what stage I’m in. And you know what? That might actually be a good thing.
In this episode of Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, the Bad, and the Reality, I break down the five official stages of Parkinson’s and explain why most doctors don’t talk about them. We’ll dive into why these stages don’t always match what we actually live through, why progression isn’t linear, and why focusing on a number can do more harm than good.
I’ll also share a personal story from a conversation with my neurologist who told me: “I treat the…
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