Parkinson's disease is usually associated with the elderly, but its first symptoms may appear long before the diagnosis. Parkinson experts named 10 signs that should be taken into account. However, one symptom alone is not a confirmation of the disease - several of them have to alarm.
1. The tremor
is the most common and well -known sign - shaking hands, fingers or chin. However, it can also be caused by stress, exercise or taking certain drugs.
2. Micrography (reduction of handwriting)
narrowing of letters and compression of the lines in records is one of the early signals, which may indicate the beginning of changes in brain activity.
3. Loss of smell
If suddenly becomes difficult to smell bananas, pickled cucumbers, or even lacrics - it may not just be a cold, but a sign of neurological changes.
4. Sleep problems
Frequent shudder, mobility or "struggle" in a dream is another marker that is worth paying attention to. Such manifestations are recorded in many patients in the early stages of Parkinson.
5. Violation of
the stiffness in the legs, pain in the shoulders or hips, or feeling that the feet "stick to the floor" are not just age -related changes, but possible neurodegeneration signals.
6. Constipation
of gastrointestinal disorders, especially regular constipation-often accompany the disease before the appearance of noticeable neurological symptoms.
7. Changes in voice
If the voice suddenly became quieter, hoarse or less energetic - it can be an early sign of damage to the nervous system.
8. A frozen or disturbing facial expression,
people with Parkinson's disease often have less expressive facial expressions as if "mask", even in emotionally saturated situations.
9. Dizziness of
the feeling of instability when sharp upset can be associated not only with heart or pressure, but also with impaired brain function.
10. Posture disorders (sulfur)
If a person begins to snorts noticeably or changes his or her gait - it can also be an indirect marker of the disease.
Doctors advise not to panic, but not to ignore the changes. You should consult a neurologist for examination - especially if you are 50 and the symptoms are permanent.
Early detection is the key to improving the quality of life in Parkinson.
