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What are the Signs & Symptoms of Parkinson's

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Updated: September 18, 2009

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Question: What are the Signs & Symptoms of Parkinson's
Answer:
  • Tremor of the hands, arms, legs, jaw, and face

  • Stooped posture

  • postural instability

  • Impaired balance and/or coordination

  • Short shuffling steps

  • Rigidity or stiffness of the limbs and trunk

  • Bradykinesia-slowness of body movements

  • Speaking softly and rapidly

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