What are the early signs of Parkinson disease?

No single one of these signs means that you should worry, but if you have more than one sign you should consider making an appointment to talk to your doctor. Tremor. Have you noticed a slight shaking or tremor in your finger, thumb, hand or chin? A tremor while at rest is a common early sign of Parkinson's disease. read more

Watch and share this public service announcement featuring U.S. Senator Cory Booker that discusses the early warning signs of Parkinson's disease. Page reviewed by Dr. Chauncey Spears, Movement Disorders Fellow at the University of Florida, a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence. read more

Parkinson’s disease is a serious and chronic condition. PD treatment is significantly more successful when the disease is caught in its earliest stages. Diagnosis can be difficult, as many of the early signs are similar to those in other health conditions. You know your body better than anyone else. read more

Men and people with a family history of the disease have an increased risk. 12 Early Warning Signs of Parkinson's. There is no one defining symptom or sign of Parkinson's, but rather a combination of warning signs and symptoms. Not all of the signs and symptoms are present in every patient with PD, and this sometimes leads to confusion in diagnosis. read more