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What Were The Early Symptoms You Experience When First Diagnosed With Parkinsons?

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Brooklyn, NY

My neurologist indicated I am dealing with Parkinson's after initial checkup about three months ago but so far do not, thank god, experience any symptoms that would indicate the diagnosis is correct.

July 15, 2023
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What made the doctor think you have Parkinson's if you have no symptoms?

My husband had tremors for a few years before his diagnosis and was definitely slowing down when walking. He started feeling uncertain about his balance as well. It wasn't until he started to hunch over, festinate and fall that we put the pieces together and realized he had Parkinson's.

For many, vivid dreams are the first sign, years before diagnosis. Lack of smell is another early sign. My husband had neither of those.

July 15, 2023 (edited)
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Early symptoms of Parkinson’s disease often come on gradually and can include:

- Tremors: Shaking, often starting in a limb, usually the hands or fingers
- Bradykinesia: Slowed movement, making simple tasks more time-consuming.
- Muscle stiffness: Stiffness in the limbs or trunk, which can limit range of motion and cause Show Full Answer

Early symptoms of Parkinson’s disease often come on gradually and can include:

- Tremors: Shaking, often starting in a limb, usually the hands or fingers.
- Bradykinesia: Slowed movement, making simple tasks more time-consuming.
- Muscle stiffness: Stiffness in the limbs or trunk, which can limit range of motion and cause pain.
- Impaired posture and balance: Stooped posture or balance problems.
- Loss of automatic movements: Decreased ability to perform unconscious movements, such as blinking or smiling.
- Speech changes: Speaking softly, quickly, or hesitating before talking.
- Writing changes: Writing may become small and difficult to read.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the article on early signs and symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

July 9

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