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Looking Back - What Were Your Early Warning Signs of Parkinson's?
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Hello. From early childhood i had small amount of hand shakes. Got used to it and it never got worse. Now 72 in March 2025 i noticed left hand shakes which have got worse and now right hand a bit as well as feet and jaw. I walk normal and walk approx 5km a day .dont stumble but slower but assume my age. What do you think ? I would appreciate some input and suggestion. Thanks Rodger
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@rodgerg
Welcome to the PD support group on Mayo Connect. From your posts, it appears that you have not been officially diagnosed with PD, but you are having tremors and some gait problems. Is my understanding correct?
If this is so, I would encourage you to get a referral to a movement disorder specialist. These are neurologists who specialize in the type of movement disorders that you have described. It is easy to attribute these symptoms to the aging process, but often a correct diagnosis can put you on the right road with a treatment plan.
Do you exercise regularly, Rodger? Are you experiencing much fatigue?
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Hi I was diagnosed with PD just last month. I am 88 and my dad had it. My father had balance and falling when they diagnosed his PD. He was at least 80 and very active. I lived with him his last 2yrs. I was in my 60's . I supposedly had a stroke last year. My left leg went numb and left hand was .not Mobil. Hospital dr said it was not a stroke but a nerve in my neck mu neurologist said stroke
That started my balance e problem. Just 3mo ago they gave me all the test. DaT scan showed PD. I believe I did not have stroke it was the start of PD. I now have balance problems and stiffness hard to get in and out of bed and rise from sitting. I am trying to stay positive. Blessings