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Any Answers On The Dizziness?
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Dizzy on and off.

posted October 28, 2023
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When I have bad dizziness I lay down till it passes. But in. Ad weather it lasts all day long

posted October 29, 2023
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The Parkinson's Foundation reported the following:
Dizziness and vertigo are commonly reported symptoms in people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). Dizziness is a term used to describe a range of sensations, such as feeling faint, woozy, weak or unsteady. Dizziness that creates the false sense that you or your surroundings are spinning or moving is called vertigo. All types of dizziness can lead to balance problems.

In general, both symptoms are less notableMedication-induced Dizziness or Vertigo
Other common drugs associated with dizziness include anticonvulsants, antihypertensives, antibiotics, antidepressants, antipsychotics, pain medications and anti-inflammatory drugs. in people in the early stages of Parkinson’s. It is more common for older people with Parkinson’s to experience dizziness or vertigo. When tested, many people with PD experience vestibular dysfunction (balance issues related to the inner ear) even without having symptoms of vertigo or dizziness.
Causes of dizziness:
- Orthostatic Hypotension (OH)
This is the most commonly overlooked cause of dizziness in people with Parkinson’s. OH is a persistent drop in blood pressure that occurs upon moving from sitting to standing or from lying down to sitting up or standing. OH can result in the temporary loss of consciousness.
- Medication-induced Dizziness or Vertigo
Other common drugs associated with dizziness include anticonvulsants, antihypertensives, antibiotics, antidepressants, antipsychotics, pain medications and anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Deep Brain Stimulation
A surgical procedure for PD, deep brain simulation (DBS) can be associated with dizziness or vertigo. Either symptom can emerge soon after surgery. A health professional can determine if the dizziness is caused by the device by simply powering it on and off. Once the device is turned off, your care partner or medical team.
- Other Causes
Dizziness and vertigo are not unique to Parkinson’s and can have many other causes. Symptoms can be caused by low blood pressure for reasons other than OH, anxiety, cold, flu, dehydration, heart conditions, migraine, and more. Tell your doctor if you regularly experience dizziness or vertigo.
Please see the entire article on the Parkinson's Foundation website for more details.
Maria

posted October 29, 2023

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