Parkinson Disease Symptoms in Men
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Depression
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According to the Mayo Clinic, depression may be one the earliest symptoms of Parkinson's disease and can cause difficulty with coping as the disease worsens.
Tremors
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Characteristic symptoms of Parkinson's disease include tremors, repeated motions of the hands and a general slowing of movement, especially shuffling of the feet.
Expression
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Men with Parkinson's disease may lose their facial expressions, including blinking, smiling and gesturing, and may instead adopt a blank stare.
Sexual dysfunction
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Symptoms of Parkinson's disease in men include erectile dysfunction and decreased interest in sexual activity.
Urinary problems
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Some men with Parkinson's disease may have urinary incontinence, while others may have difficulty urinating.
Sleep problems
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Falling asleep during the day in the middle of an activity and insomnia, which is an inability to fall asleep or stay asleep, are symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
Dysphagia
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Late-stage symptoms of Parkinson's disease include dysphagia, which is difficulty with or an inability to swallow.
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