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Originally Posted by 2bluetoday
So, from my understanding Dystonia is related to Parkinson. Im just wondering why its not in the same section as Parkinson. It is a movement disorder, but has some significant characteristics similar to parkinson...just a question and I was wondering if im alone here
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2bluetoday,
My understanding is that Dystonia is also a disease that can stand alone. Muscle contractions and twisting movements are the primary symptoms. And, I believe this disease alone is usually caused by factors other than neurological, things that have happened to that person to cause the disease.
People with Parkinson's can get dystonia as a result of having tense and contracting muscles.
I have dystonia in my neck because of Parkinson's. My neck muscles and throat muscles contract and it is very painful. I also have it in my shoulder and one foot. It also makes the muscles very weak.
Are you a PWP?
Tonya