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Does Anyone Ever Experience Dizzy Spells Or Have No Balance At All. Sometimes I Look Like A Drunk Falling All Over The Place.

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North Conway, NH
November 9, 2024
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Thanks for the reply will slow myself down.

November 9, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes, I stumble and look like a drunk but up to now all falls have been under control. Often I think of the old commercial " I weeble and I wobble but I don't fall down.

For me the current solution is Slow Down and always have a cane. I also learned that as I start to stumble I stop take 2 steps back, wait, then continue.

Good Luck

November 9, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes, many people with Parkinson's disease experience dizzy spells and balance issues. These symptoms can be caused by:

- Medications: Some medications, like amantadine or higher doses of [[treatment:levodopa/carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]], can cause dizziness or blurry vision
- Hypotension (low blood pressure): This Show Full Answer

Yes, many people with Parkinson's disease experience dizzy spells and balance issues. These symptoms can be caused by:

- Medications: Some medications, like amantadine or higher doses of [[treatment:levodopa/carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]], can cause dizziness or blurry vision.
- Hypotension (low blood pressure): This can lead to dizziness.
- Fatigue: Slows reactions and focus, increasing fall risk.
- Stress: Tense muscles can disrupt balance.
- Cognition problems: Trouble organizing thoughts can lead to distraction and falls.

Always discuss these symptoms with your doctor to find ways to manage them.

November 9, 2024

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