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What are the symptoms of Parkinson's disease?
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Dr Nicholas Bradfield
Clinical Neuropsychologist, Psychologist
Dr Bradfield is a Clinical Neuropsychologist working in private practice and in the public health system in Melbourne, Australia. He has clinical experience conducting neuropsychological … View Profile
There are four main signs of Parkinson's disease:
- Resting tremor (often in one hand to begin with)
- Bradykinesia (slow movements)
- Rigidity ('stiffness' of joints when the doctor moves them)
- Postural instability (poor balance)
There are many other symptoms that Parkinson's disease can cause including depression, difficulties dividing attention, constipation, visual hallucinations, loss of smell, etc.Report this post
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- Resting tremor (often in one hand to begin with)
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