What Are The Symptoms Of Parkinson's Disease?

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?

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.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Naveen Kumar