Not everyone with Parkinson’s disease experiences dizziness. However, dizziness can be a common symptom due to various factors such as:
- Medications: Some Parkinson’s medications, like carbidopa/levodopa, can cause dizziness as a side effect
- Hypotension (low blood pressure): This can lead to dizziness, especially when Show Full Answer
Not everyone with Parkinson’s disease experiences dizziness. However, dizziness can be a common symptom due to various factors such as:
- Medications: Some Parkinson’s medications, like carbidopa/levodopa, can cause dizziness as a side effect.
- Hypotension (low blood pressure): This can lead to dizziness, especially when standing up quickly.
- Nonmotor symptoms: Fatigue, stress, and cognitive problems can also contribute to dizziness.
If dizziness is a concern, it's important to discuss it with a healthcare provider.
July 11, 2024
I get dizzy quite often and I also suffer from frequent vertigo.
January 16, 2024
I get dizzy and chronic vertigo. I understand that it's very common with PD.
January 13, 2024