2. Loss of smell
You might think of COVID-19 when you hear about health issues that are associated with smell loss, but this symptom is also one of the hallmarks of Parkinson’s illness.
In conformity with recent studies, more than 90% of patients are also diagnosed with severe olfactory loss. People with this health problem lose their sense of smell in both nostrils and in all parts of the nose.
Also, most people with PD have a diminished sense of smell, although not everyone with a diminished sense of smell goes on to get PD.
In fact, hyposmia, or a diminished sense of smell, is typically an early symptom of Parkinson’s, which is exactly why your doctor asks you about your smell when you go for a check-up.
In retrospect, you could see that you had been losing your sense of smell for years, if not decades, before you were diagnosed with this severe health concern.
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.