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If i have features of parkinson's disease does this mean i have parkinson's disease?

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Not necessarily: While Parkinson's disease does have a "classic" or "typical" set of symptoms, these symptoms can also be caused by drugs, toxins, trauma, etc. The only way to determine whether you truly have Parkinson's disease is to see a physician (e.g. Neurologist) who will ask you about your symptoms and perform a physical exam to see if your symptoms are consistent with Parkinson's disease.

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Parkinson's disease: The diagnosis of parkinson's decease (pd) is a clinical diagnosis. It means it's only established by a clinician, a person with proper training in identifying the signs and symptoms of parkinson's disease. There could be other conditions with similar presentation. I suggest that you see a neurologist to validate your symptoms and establish the correct diagnosis and treatment for you.

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