Approximately 145,000 people in the UK are living with Parkinson’s, and every hour two more are diagnosed. Parkinson’s can present in many ways and some people may not experience all. The invisible signs of Parkinson’s disease are something you probably don’t know about.
Parkinson’s symptoms can vary from one person to the next. Even if you only have some symptoms, it is important that you still visit your GP.
Parkinson’s disease affects the brain. It is also a neurodegenerative condition. As Parkinson’s progresses, so do the affected parts of your brain.
When the brain doesn’t produce enough dopamine, symptoms can begin to develop.
Parkinson’s is most commonly recognized by symptoms that affect movement. For example, tremors can be a sign of Parkinson’s.
However, it is possible to overlook more uncommon symptoms.
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Parkinson’s disease can affect how you feel and think. Parkinson’s disease can cause psychological symptoms such as:
- Motivation to not do something
- Cognitive issues: Parkinson’s disease can cause cognitive problems. Some people have trouble with memory, while others struggle to concentrate.
- Parkinson’s disease can cause low moods and depression.
- Parkinson’s disease can lead to psychosis, which is characterized by hallucinations or being disoriented from reality. If you suspect that someone in your family is suffering from psychosis, seek medical attention.
It is important to be aware of what symptoms you should look out for and to visit your doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms.
Publiated at Wed., 08 Sep 2021 1:00:00 +0000
