One of the most important steps you can take is to discuss openly the
problems you experience or worries that you may have. Effective communication
with both your partner and healthcare professionals can mean that problems are
treated quickly and effectively before they worsen.
Adjusting medication can sometimes overcome problems so you can also help
enormously by monitoring your symptoms and taking notes so that your doctor can
make any necessary changes. For further information, see Keeping a Diary.
If you find it hard to talk to healthcare professionals about intimate
problems then see if your local Parkinson’s association has any information
sheets with suggestions on how to broach the subject.
