A 28-year-old male asked:
what are the symptoms of parkinson's disease? how do i know if i have it?
2 doctor answers
Dr. Paul Pyles answered
32 years experience Addiction Medicine
Talk to your doctor : Usually occurs in people over age 50. Tremor, rigidity, slowness of movement, and postural instability. Cognitive impairment also common. See your doctor for an exam. It would be uncommon in someone your age.
Answered on Apr 26, 2015
Dr. Hasan Khondker answered
12 years experience Internal Medicine
Resting tremor: is a key sign , you would have to see a neurologist to get an official diagnosis
Answered on Apr 7, 2015
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