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Parkinson’s pain is caused from what?

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Newport Beach, CA
July 3, 2025
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Lucinda
Thanks for sending the information. Much appreciated.
I read about your diagnosis as well.
Stay positive and be strong.
Terry

July 6, 2025
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@A MyParkinsonsTeam Member, My Parkinson's Disease was caused by genetics first and foremost. I have a Lysosome storage disorder, probably Attenuated MPS III. From my understanding, lysosomes are tasked with the waste of every cell in the body. It makes sense to me, that if waste is mishandled, then inflammation and infections would be a problem. This and other factors such as emotional and physical trauma especially to my head all contributed to the development of Parkinson's Disease

July 4, 2025
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Parkinson's disease can cause several types of pain due to various factors:

• Muscle stiffness and rigidity
• Dyskinesia (involuntary muscle movements)
• Dystonia (prolonged muscle contractions)
• Central nervous system processing issues
• Neuropathy (nerve damage)
• Constipation People with Parkinson's may experience Show Full Answer

Parkinson's disease can cause several types of pain due to various factors:

• Muscle stiffness and rigidity
• Dyskinesia (involuntary muscle movements)
• Dystonia (prolonged muscle contractions)
• Central nervous system processing issues
• Neuropathy (nerve damage)
• Constipation People with Parkinson's may experience different types of pain, including:

• Sciatic pain (running from lower back through legs)
• Neck and shoulder nerve pain
• Burning sensations in feet, arms, and legs
• Muscle cramping pain
• Sharp or shooting pains

About 60% of people with Parkinson's experience some form of pain, which typically occurs on the side of the body most affected by other Parkinson's symptoms.

July 3, 2025

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