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What Are The Symptoms Of Parkinson's Disease?

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Posted on Tue, 28 Jun 2016
Question: My Neurlogist confirmed what you said. He told me he thinks I have Parkinson's. He is going to order test's. What are symptons of Parkinsons?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Tremor, rigid muscles, slowed movement, speech changes etc.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

Parkinson's disease symptoms include:

- tremor or shaking at rest

- rigid muscles or muscles stiffness

- slowed movement ( bradychinesia ), steps become shorter

- posture and balance problems

- speech and writing changes ( slurred speech, writing appears smaller )

- difficulty with unconscious movements or automatic movements

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Greetings.
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Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho

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Practicing since :2004

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What Are The Symptoms Of Parkinson's Disease?

Brief Answer: Tremor, rigid muscles, slowed movement, speech changes etc. Detailed Answer: Hello and thanks for using HCM. I have read your question and understand your concerns. Parkinson's disease symptoms include: - tremor or shaking at rest - rigid muscles or muscles stiffness - slowed movement ( bradychinesia ), steps become shorter - posture and balance problems - speech and writing changes ( slurred speech, writing appears smaller ) - difficulty with unconscious movements or automatic movements Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further. Greetings.