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A member asked:

How is parkinson's diagnosed? have been taking 0.5mg xanax (alprazolam) (1 three x day) for about 2 mos, but still shakey all over especially hands.

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Parkinson: Tremors, rigidity & hypokinesia are main symptoms. A thorough exam by a neurologist is advised.

Dr Baez and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/16/2013

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