It's more common than you might think to have Parkinson's where non-motor symptoms take center stage! Many people find that non-motor symptoms actually appear years — sometimes even decades — before any movement-related symptoms show up.
Here are the non-motor symptoms that others in the Parkinson's community commonly Show Full Answer
It's more common than you might think to have Parkinson's where non-motor symptoms take center stage! Many people find that non-motor symptoms actually appear years — sometimes even decades — before any movement-related symptoms show up.
Here are the non-motor symptoms that others in the Parkinson's community commonly experience:
- Gut issues like constipation and other digestive problems
- Mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and cognitive changes
- Speech and swallowing difficulties
- Sleep disturbances, particularly REM sleep behavior disorder
- Loss of smell
- Fatigue
- Bladder issues One MyParkinsonsTeam member shared that they were already being treated for major depression before their Parkinson's diagnosis, and that starting Parkinson's treatment made a significant difference in their daily life.
Another MyParkinsonsTeam member described losing their sense of smell years before diagnosis, initially brushing it off as sinus issues — only later connecting the dots.
It's worth speaking with a neurologist who specializes in movement disorders, as they can help tailor a treatment plan that specifically addresses non-motor symptoms. A speech-language pathologist can also be a great resource for both speech and swallowing concerns.
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