What are the early signs of Parkinson disease? (Select all that apply Quizlet)
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Below are 10 signs that you might have the disease. No single one of these signs means that you should worry, but if you have more than one sign you should consider making an appointment to talk to your doctor Show
Have you noticed a slight shaking or tremor in your finger, thumb, hand or chin? A tremor while at rest is a common early sign of Parkinson's disease. READ MORE #2 Small HandwritingHas your handwriting gotten much smaller than it was in the past? You may notice the way you write words on a page has changed, such as letter sizes are smaller and the words are crowded together. A change in handwriting may be a sign of Parkinson's disease called micrographia. READ MORE #3 Loss of SmellHave you noticed you no longer smell certain foods very well? If you seem to have more trouble smelling foods like bananas, dill pickles or licorice, you should ask your doctor about Parkinson's. READ MORE #4 Trouble SleepingDo you thrash around in bed or act out dreams when you are deeply asleep? Sometimes, your spouse will notice or will want to move to another bed. Sudden movements during sleep may be a sign of Parkinson's disease. READ MORE #5 Trouble Moving or WalkingDo you feel stiff in your body, arms or legs? Have others noticed that your arms don’t swing like they used to when you walk? Sometimes stiffness goes away as you move. If it does not, it can be a sign of Parkinson's disease. An early sign might be stiffness or pain in your shoulder or hips. People sometimes say their feet seem “stuck to the floor.” READ MORE #6 ConstipationDo you have trouble moving your bowels without straining every day? Straining to move your bowels can be an early sign of Parkinson's disease and you should talk to your doctor. READ MORE #7 A Soft or Low VoiceHave other people told you that your voice is very soft or that you sound breathy and/or hoarse? If there has been a change in your voice you should see your doctor about whether it could be Parkinson's disease. Sometimes you might think other people are losing their hearing, when really you are speaking more softly. READ MORE #8 Masked FaceHave you been told that you have a serious, depressed or mad look on your face, even when you are not in a bad mood? This is often called facial masking. If so, you should ask your doctor about Parkinson's disease. READ MORE #9 Dizziness or FaintingDo you notice that you often feel dizzy when you stand up out of a chair? Feeling dizzy or fainting can be a sign of low blood pressure and can be linked to Parkinson's disease. READ MORE #10 Stooping or Hunching OverAre you not standing up as straight as you used to? If you or your family or friends notice that you seem to be stooping, leaning or slouching when you stand, it could be a sign of Parkinson's disease. READ MORE MY PD STORY: Ruth Riley Parkinson’s disease progresses at different rates in different people, but the earlier you get into active pursuits, the more you can support your body against losing motor function. READ Ruth's STORY What can you do if you have PD?
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Page reviewed by Dr. Jun Yu, Movement Disorders Fellow at the University of Florida, a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence. What was one of the very early signs of Parkinson's disease?In the early stages of Parkinson's disease, your face may show little or no expression. Your arms may not swing when you walk. Your speech may become soft or slurred. Parkinson's disease symptoms worsen as your condition progresses over time.
What are the 4 major symptoms of Parkinson's disease?Parkinson's has four main symptoms:. Tremor in hands, arms, legs, jaw, or head.. Muscle stiffness, where muscle remains contracted for a long time.. Slowness of movement.. Impaired balance and coordination, sometimes leading to falls.. What is the earliest diagnosis of Parkinson's?It's usually diagnosed in people who are in their early 60s. People who are diagnosed before age 50 are said to have early onset Parkinson's. About 4 percent of the approximately 1 million Americans with Parkinson's are diagnosed before age 50.
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