Anxiety and Parkinson's Disease

Feeling worried is an understandable reaction to a Parkinson’s diagnosis. But when feelings of constant worry or nervousness go beyond what is understandable, a person may be experiencing anxiety, which is more serious.
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[@eastcoastnews9529]

I’m in Florida and I’ve been diagnosed with Parkinson’s and I have a feeling I’ve had it for a long time however I’m trying to get nurse in more cooperation from the doctors it’s almost a year now and everybody keeps handing me down to somebody else and I’m getting lost in the shuffle and this disease is horrible been a long does anybody have any suggestions?????🙏🏻😪

[@ParkinsonDotOrg]

Know that we're here for you 🩵 To get connected to high-quality care near you, we encourage you to contact our free PD Helpline: 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636) | [e-mail] | Parkinson.org/Helpline
We also have resources specifically for those who are new to PD at www.parkinson.org/living-with-parkinsons/new-to-parkinsons.

[@Livepunch30]

Hello I’m 19 I think I’m having early stages symptoms, having obsessive compulsive Disorder, I’m on medication in Nigeria but it doesn’t seem to be working, I’m having problem differentiating if I have Parkinson’s or Essential Tremor ET pls hope you reply soon

[@ParkinsonDotOrg]

Hi there - A Parkinson's diagnosis at that age is very rare. While tremor is a common symptom of PD, it can also be a symptom of other conditions, most notably essential tremor. The main difference between Parkinson’s tremor and most other types of tremor is that in PD resting tremor is most common. Other conditions are usually characterized by “action tremor,” which tends to lessen at rest and increase when you’re doing something, like trying to make a phone call or take a drink.
We have more information on this symptom here: www.parkinson.org/understanding-parkinsons/movement-symptoms/tremor
Other early signs of PD can be found here: www.parkinson.org/understanding-parkinsons/10-early-signs

[@Livepunch30]

Thanks alot

[@shaikezazulhaq1067]

My age is 24 i have anxiety and my thumb and index finger are shaking is it Parkinson symptom

[@ParkinsonDotOrg]

Hi there - Anxiety and tremors can both be common in people with or without Parkinson's disease. At this link are 10 signs that you might have the disease. No single one of these signs means that you should worry, but if you have more than one sign you should consider making an appointment to talk to your doctor: www.parkinson.org/understanding-parkinsons/10-early-signs

[@liamlesson3706]

My mother has been suffering from Parkinson for four years, and she recently started coughing a lot. Is this included in the symptoms? Please answer me

[@ParkinsonDotOrg]

Hi Liam - Coughing during mealtimes may indicate swallowing issues, otherwise coughing is not typically considered a Parkinson's symptom. For more information, you may want to contact our free Helpline: 1-800-4PD-INFO (473-4636) | [e-mail]

[@liamlesson3706]

@@ParkinsonDotOrg thank you so much

[@doghouseRMV]

Unless the coughing is caused by larynx congestion…which is often associated with voice issues…lower vocal volume or less speaking which weakens the vocal muscles-resulting in the congestion/coughing

[@clareosmond5999]

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