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You could have neuropathy. I have it in my right fingers.
I tend to drop a lot of items I carry.

April 1
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Are you experiencing vision difficulties and numbness or clumsiness in your fingers?

You're definitely not alone with these challenges. Many people with Parkinson's experience similar issues that can make everyday tasks frustrating.

Vision problems and hand coordination difficulties are common symptoms. The feeling of Show Full Answer

Are you experiencing vision difficulties and numbness or clumsiness in your fingers?

You're definitely not alone with these challenges. Many people with Parkinson's experience similar issues that can make everyday tasks frustrating.

Vision problems and hand coordination difficulties are common symptoms. The feeling of your fingers being "fat" or numb, along with them getting in your way, can be related to bradykinesia (slowed movement) and changes in fine motor control that occur with Parkinson's.

Here are some strategies that might help:

For vision difficulties:
- Adjust your device display settings to make text and icons larger
- Use zoom features on your phone or computer
- Consider increasing screen brightness

For finger coordination:
- Try using a stylus for touchscreens, which can give you better control
- Adjust touch settings on your phone to ignore accidental touches
- Use voice-to-text features when typing becomes difficult

These symptoms can make daily activities challenging, but there are tools and adjustments that can help. If these symptoms are new or worsening, it's worth discussing with your movement disorder specialist, as medication adjustments might help improve your motor control.

March 31

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