Objectives: To explore disease sequelae and usage of support services in people living with Parkinson's disease (PD). Methods: A 31‐item survey was administered to a convenience sample of people with PD recruited through Parkinson's NSW Inc. and its support groups. Results: Four hundred and forty‐four responses were received. Sexual limitations were reported by 73.5% of people with PD. Additionally, respondents indicated that health professionals did not necessarily understand what it is like to live with the disease. Conclusions: Movement problems are most often presented as the major sequelae of PD. This study shows that for a large proportion of sufferers, sexual limitations are an issue. Additionally, it is important for health professionals to provide ample opportunity for the discussion of these difficulties.
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