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I Am Light Headed/dizzy Almost All Of The Time. Is This Common With PD?

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Waycross, GA
July 20, 2023
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I would say it is common at least for me. I had one very bad bout of vertigo recently and following that I am dizzy a lot of the time especially with movement.. this was not a problem before my Parkinson’s diagnosis. I would talk to your neurologist I’ll plan to talk to mine the end of this month.

July 22, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes, feeling lightheaded or dizzy can be common in people with Parkinson's disease (PD). According to the knowledge base:

- Medications: Some people experience dizziness as a side effect of medications like carbidopa/levodopa
- Hypotension (low blood pressure): This can cause dizziness and is a nonmotor symptom of PD.
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Yes, feeling lightheaded or dizzy can be common in people with Parkinson's disease (PD). According to the knowledge base:

- Medications: Some people experience dizziness as a side effect of medications like carbidopa/levodopa.
- Hypotension (low blood pressure): This can cause dizziness and is a nonmotor symptom of PD.
- Dizziness from medications: Medications like amantadine can cause dizziness or blurry vision, increasing fall risk.

If you believe your medications are causing dizziness, speak to your doctor. Never stop taking your medication without your healthcare provider's advice.

July 14
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

This article covers most of the
Possible causes. You should discuss this with your neurologist.

https://www.parkinson.org/understanding-parkins...

July 20, 2023

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