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As A Person With PD I Am Worried That I Will Have Hallucinations. What Might Be Some Signs That This May Happen?

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July 30, 2024
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What Causes Hallucinations and Delusions in Parkinson’s? Read Article...
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some methods of reducing the chances of hallucinations include getting good sleep, eating a healthy diet, exercise and adjusting medication with a doctor's input -
"It might be surprising to learn that 20 to 30 percent of people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) will experience visual hallucinations. While typically not a symptom of PD itself, they can develop as a result to a change in PD medication or as a symptom of an unrelated infection or illness. It is important to know the signs of hallucinations and how to manage them. "
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Hallucinations and Delusions in Parkinson's Disease
Hallucinations and Delusions in Parkinson's Disease
July 30, 2024
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Hallucinations in Parkinson's disease can manifest in various ways. Here are some signs to watch for:

- Visual Hallucinations: Seeing things that aren't there, often in peripheral vision or in low-light situations. Common examples include seeing animals or people
- Auditory Hallucinations: Hearing sounds or voices that Show Full Answer

Hallucinations in Parkinson's disease can manifest in various ways. Here are some signs to watch for:

- Visual Hallucinations: Seeing things that aren't there, often in peripheral vision or in low-light situations. Common examples include seeing animals or people.
- Auditory Hallucinations: Hearing sounds or voices that don't exist.
- Olfactory Hallucinations: Smelling odors like cigarette smoke when there is none.
- Tactile Hallucinations: Feeling sensations that aren't real.
- Gustatory Hallucinations: Tasting things that aren't there.

If you notice any of these signs, it's important to discuss them with your Parkinson's specialist.

July 30, 2024

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