What it is
It gets worse over several years. There is no cure.
Medicines, physiotherapy, speech therapy and help with blood pressure and bladder problems can make life easier.
Common signs
- Slowness, stiffness and tremor
- Problems with balance and coordination
- Dizziness or fainting on standing
- Bladder problems
- Erectile dysfunction
- Slurred speech
How it is usually diagnosed
- Examination by a neurologist
- Blood pressure tests lying and standing
- MRI scan
- Bladder tests
Records worth keeping
Keeping these together makes each appointment easier, especially when you see a new doctor:
- Neurology letters
- Blood pressure readings lying and standing
- MRI reports
- Therapy and care plans
Questions to ask your doctor
- How can my dizziness on standing be managed?
- What support is available as things change?
- Which therapies could help my speech and swallowing?
When to get help right away
Call 112 or go to the nearest emergency department if you have:
- Choking, noisy breathing at night that is new or getting worse, or a fall with injury: get urgent medical help
This page is general information. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace a doctor who knows your history. Medfold keeps your records organised; it does not interpret them.