Day one
BRADYKINESIA
Bradykinesia is a slowness of movement which gets worse over time. Here is what I might have to experience (not everyone gets them all)
The inability to start a movement (freezing)
The slow execution of a movement
The slowing down of an already slow movement until it stops and a freeze ensues
Reduced arm swing
A shuffling walk
Difficulties with speech
Difficulties swallowing
Constipation
Increased urine production
Reduced body movements
Reduced blinking
Reduced facial expression.
Of course, I have already experienced a few of these and so far they don't pose a great problem. In fact, as a person who used to experience frequent bouts of The Aztec Two-step, one of these symptoms (which I have) is a bonus!
Thinking too long about some of the other symptoms can be a little depressing but, onward and upward. Think positive thoughts. Be optimistic. Don't worry.
OK, but for now, please send in the clowns.
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