In 10/2001 I was diagnosed with delayed onset Parkinsonism and dystonia by a doctor at Duke Hospital in NC. In 3/2009 after being on 3 powerful neurological medications my doctor decided I had a Conversion Disorder and took me off the medication. This misdiagnosis has blown my life apart...I haven't been able to work since 11/2003 and I am a mess.
All user-generated information on this site is the opinion of its author only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. Members and guests are responsible for their own posts and the potential consequences of those posts detailed in our Terms of Service.
Add a Comment2 Comments
I have a conversion disorder and was diagnosed 4 years ago. I have had this for 7 years now. I was lucky enough (with a lot of persistence) to find a great neurologist. His name is Dr. Lang. He runs the movement disorder clinic at Toronto General Hospital in Toronto Canada. I participated in a clinical trial test called RTMS .. repetitive trans crainial magnetic stimulation. It helped with the movement issues I was helping. This treatment has already been approved in the use for Parkinson and depression in my country. He see's people from all over the world. There is a wait time of approximately 1 year after referral for consultation. It helped me. I still has emotional issues that I am currently working on with a councellor. I as well have other issues that compound the issues of the conversion disorder from a workplace accident. I recommend that you see if you can see him or another that is currently working with this treatment. It is seemingly un evasive and is only a week long. Good luck and best in future endevors
Sincerely
I understand
August 22, 2013 - 1:16pmThis Comment
I was also diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's by my psychiatrist who is also a neurologist. I was also diagnosed with cervical dystonia. My psychiatrist sent me to Wake Forest Baptist University hospital for to also have neurologist take a look at me there. Dr. Siddiqui diagnosed me with conversion disorder. I am also confused. I can't name a specific traumatic event preceding my diagnosis. I tale Lamictal for pseudoseizures, antidepressants, for panic/ major depressive disorder. What do I do?
August 26, 2012 - 7:23pmThis Comment