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03-01-2010, 06:09 PM | #1 | ||
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I'm not sure how to explain this, not quite pain but definitely discomfort happening in my arms and legs. Feels a lot like muscle fatigue one gets after working out, but I haven't worked out. Is this, or does it sound like, PD related? Last few days I've noticed a strange sensation in my left leg at bedtime. somewhat like it wants to cramp, but doesn't. I'm on a low dose of Mirapex for RLS. Next appt with the neuro is in June. any thoughts? Thanks!
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03-03-2010, 11:00 AM | #2 | |||
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If you were on Sinemet (carbidop/levodopa) I would speculate that your pain is dystonia caused by long-term use of the medication. What you describe is the same pain that I get, except I often experience writhing pain, usually located in my upper arm (it feels llike it is an aching boone and strained surrounding muscles). I have never been on an agonist alone, because 16 years ago when I was first diagnosed, they added the agonist as adjunct theraoy later into the disease to help smooth out the on/off problems.
However, each individual is unique in the symptoms experienced. And pain is listed as one side effect of Mirapex (*** www.rxlist.com - search for Mirapex). So these are my thoughts as to what is going on, but there are probably a zillion other possibilities. Best to you! Peggy |
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03-03-2010, 07:34 PM | #3 | ||
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03-03-2010, 09:53 PM | #4 | |||
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03-04-2010, 04:57 PM | #5 | ||
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peggy,
I experience similar pain in arms and legs these days, something new to deal with. I have been on Mirapex for 5 years, I wonder why now.......I will ask my neurologist .... Girija |
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03-04-2010, 09:50 PM | #6 | |||
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Ii believe our bodies build up immunities that fight (or lose) against these "toxins" we put into our bodies. Yes, I called an agonist a toxin. I am of the opinion that ANY kind of foreign chemical introduced into our system turns toxic after taking it for a while. It's a theroy that I have been meaning to give more time to research.
You know, peoplelpast 65-70 cannot tolerate dopamine agonists like the younger patient. They experience halllucinations and weird paranoia, etc. There's got to be some connection in that somewhere that could help us with better treatments. I dont' mean to get on my soapbox, but I'm ready for some new and novel treatments for PD. |
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