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Why do I get extreme tremors that I cannot control, sweating, can't sign my name due to tremors?

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This happened on my last Parkinson's MD visit and today@ during a yearly physical. So, embarrassing......I know they think I am crazy! Any suggestions to make these MD visits without all the drama?

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wifeofparky

I think you need to discuss this with your doctors. Does it only happen at your medical visits or are you prone to anxiety? I doubt the office staff thinks you are crazy. I am certain other patients have similar symptoms.

MD office staff have more awareness of Parky symptoms than the public in general.

Have no concerns about drama / extreme tremors / sweating / etc.

WIFEOFPARKY is spot on.

A consult with your doctor, via the telephone if possible to avoid the appointment symptom flare up, regarding potential Rx management of anxiety for your appointment dates.

It might be just the ticket.

OPTIONS

1. bring a companion to sign for you

2. bring a letter with you clarifying your situation with signature & date on it

3. have a stamp made of your signature - have office staff use it if you are unable to do so

4. if a dog person : Service Dogs / Companion Dogs / Psyche Dogs all can comfort and calm patients

Contact your local Service Dog organization and discuss the possibility of utilizing a Service Dog specifically for your appointments.

5. some Hospitals / clinics now have fingerprint / palm print scanners

FYI : Some medical offices use the quality of signature as a diagnostic tool - progression of the disease. It needs to be clarified that these symptoms dramatically worsen specifically at your appointments.

Be well.

Carry on strong.

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charlton

i have had sweating and tremour problems not as bad as you, i take a combination of azilect modopar and ropinerole seems to help

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Peaches

My tremors are always worse when I am anxious. And being at the Dr. is a perfect example.

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