Symptoms of Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s is a complex disease that presents with a wide range of symptoms. These are often divided into motor symptoms (related to movement) and non-motor symptoms, such as depressive thoughts. The symptoms vary from person to person, so not everyone will experience the same complaints.

The most common symptoms of Parkinson’s disease:

Tremors (at rest)
Muscle stiffness
Slower and reduced movement
Fatigue
Shuffling gait
Inability to move an arm or leg
Difficulty maintaining balance and coordination
Difficulty speaking (softer and more monotone)
Difficulty writing (cramped handwriting)
Reduced facial expression (‘mask-like’ face)

Other frequently occurring symptoms:

Bladder and bowel problems
Constipation
Falls and dizziness
Vision problems
Pain in the limbs
Depression
Emotional instability
Memory problems
Sleep disorders
Low blood pressure
Cognitive decline
Hallucinations
Dementia
Freezing (sudden inability to move while walking)
Restless legs
Skin problems
Excessive sweating
Speech and communication difficulties
Difficulty swallowing

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