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Members responded to the question about how long it takes on medication before noticing dyskinesia, with timelines ranging from a few months... Read more
I have found that my body reacts with dyskinesias. For example, I do not shop for my groceries anymore. I pick them out via computer and have them delivered to my home. Otherwise, if fill my cart with a lot of groceries and push them over that huge store, by the time I get to the checkout counter, my arms, legs and torso have many involuntary and repetitive movements. That task is just too many muscle movement for me, resulting in dyskinesias.
I know exactly how you feel.
5 yrs.
My husband has been on c/l for 6 years and has no dyskinesia. He doesn't have bad tremors so that may be a factor. His issues are more mental and slowness.
How long does it typically take for dyskinesia to develop after starting Parkinson's medications?
Dyskinesia typically develops 4 to 10 years after starting levodopa treatment. However, the timing can vary from person to person.
Some factors that may increase your risk of developing dyskinesia earlier include
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