3. Orthostatic hypotension
Orthostatic hypotension (OH) is a non-motor symptom of Parkinson’s disease that can cause falls, syncope, dizziness, trouble thinking, shortness of breath, fatigue, blurred vision, shoulder, neck, or low-back pain when standing up.
Besides OH, patients might also experience a decrease in blood pressure while changing postures, like getting up from a seated to an upright position. Lightheadedness and dizziness are possible symptoms of orthostatic hypotension, so everything is linked together.
4. Voice volume
Another symptom PD patients might experience is speaking softly and with little variation in tone. Short, abrupt bursts of speech are often generated, with awkward gaps between sentences and lengthy delays before really speaking. Other than that, slurred speech is also possible.
According to experts, people who sing are also affected by this because their voices are no longer as strong as they once were, and they must perform exercises and use various techniques to strengthen their vocal cords again.
5 Responses
This information has been very helpful as I am caring for a man with PD. You mentioned some signs I was not aware of.
I am living with a friend who has PD. What are the best ways of helping him.
Prayer 🙏
Patience
Encourage excersise
My husband us 15 years in to diagnosis which was given when he was 52
We are now battling crippling hallucinations and dementia which has almost brought us both to our knees
Remain positive always but be mindful that medications have consequences which can lead to having to deal with other problems
Walk move move move however small amounts any amounts are beneficial
Enjoy every day without looking forwards too much with gentle encouragement and support your friend will still be a part of the wonderful human race
This information is extremely important. My next door neighbor was recently diagnosed with Parkinsonism. She will definitely value this article.