Being aware: Symptoms of Parkinson's disease
The symptoms of Parkinson's disease often develop in no particular order and usually begin slowly, before gradually developing.
The disease affects people in many different ways and has different levels of severity.
It's extremely important to be aware of the symptoms of Parkinson's:
- Tremor/uncontrollable shaking
- Slowness of movement
- Muscle stiffness and cramps
- Depression and anxiety
- Disrupted thinking patterns
- Insomnia
It's estimated that Parkinson's affects 1 in 500 people and there are currently 127,000 people with the condition in the UK.
For more information, you can visit the NHS website.
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