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PD Symptoms Can Disguise Other Ailments
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For the last year or so I have had fatigue and weakness symptoms having been diagnosed with PD in 2014. However I thought it prudent to get my heart checked out. Lo and behold I had an ECG at my doctors which showed up certain irregularities. I've since seen a cardiologist and put on a 4 day heart monitor (results unknown) and have an echo cardiogram next week. I think I have been blaming PD for every symptom I get and this is a warning I should take heed of. Maybe others in this group have had… read more

posted June 22, 2022
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I too thought my pain and numbness in my feet and hands were pd and turns out to be neuropathy now I have no feeling in my feet but I can still walk and do most of the things I use to just have to watch what I step on

posted June 22, 2022
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Gosh, your doctor should be checking your heart regularly.
My dad had tests every 3 months. Wishing you well.

posted July 2, 2022
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Yes. Docs far too anxious to say all symptoms are caused by PD and no cure.

posted June 25, 2022
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Thanks

posted June 23, 2022
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Sorry to hear that Les
Keep positive

posted June 22, 2022

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