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10 Signs You Might Have Parkinson's Disease

The Signs

  • Tremors: Resting tremors, particularly in the hands or fingers, are a frequent early indicator of Parkinson's.
  • Bradykinesia: Slowness of movement, causing tasks to take longer and reduced arm swing during walking.
  • Muscle Rigidity: Stiff and inflexible muscles that can lead to discomfort and limited range of motion.
  • Postural Instability: Trouble with balance and a heightened risk of falling due to impaired coordination.
  • Gait Changes: An altered walking pattern, such as shuffling steps and decreased arm movement.
  • Masked Face: Diminished facial expressions, resulting in a lack of natural emotional display.
  • Voice Changes: Speech may become softer, more monotonous, or slurred.
  • Micrographia: Handwriting that becomes small and cramped.
  • Freezing of Gait: A sudden, temporary inability to move the feet while walking.
  • Non-Motor Symptoms: Symptoms beyond movement issues, including depression, anxiety, sleep disturbances, constipation, loss of smell, and cognitive changes, can be associated with Parkinson's.

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