Stanislav Bezdek

I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease several years ago. It came into my life relatively early and gradually began changing the things I had been used to. I have always been more of a loner and handled most things in my own way.

For a large part of my life, I worked abroad – in Italy and Ireland. I have always enjoyed working with my hands. Cars and motorcycles have been my great passion, and to this day I still enjoy fixing things, taking them apart, and putting them back together. Tinkering is my way of staying active and keeping both my mind and hands occupied.

When Parkinson’s disease came, it was not easy to come to terms with it. Over time, however, I got in touch with other people living with Parkinson’s disease. Even though I am still more of a loner, I appreciate that there is a community where a person can learn new information and have the opportunity to call someone or ask for advice when needed.

I am someone who is always trying to find new paths. I am interested in different possibilities that could help – from herbs and alternative approaches to things that I sometimes try out or make myself at home. I have also tried fasting and other ways to help my body. I constantly follow new information, research, and possible treatments, and I keep waiting for new hope.

The last few months, however, have not been easy. My condition has worsened – the tremor is stronger, and walking is becoming increasingly difficult for me. That is why I decided to take another step in treatment, and I am going to undergo deep brain stimulation surgery. I believe it can help me because I have seen how it has helped other people with Parkinson’s disease as well.

Hope is sometimes the most important thing a person has left.