Illustrated infographic presenting the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease

In advanced stages, Parkinson’s disease leads to a gradual and full loss of independence in patients.

The symptoms of Parkinson’s disease are:

• Lack of expression in the face
• Problems speaking
• Difficulty chewing and swallowing
• Slowed movements
• Constipation
• Urinary incontinence
• Cognitive deficits
• Depression
• Rigidity or stiffness in the muscles
• Tremors
• Changes in handwriting
• Problems with balance and posture