I have noticed that always when stressed I have tremors in my left leg. Also, sometimes when I try to talk too fast I actually kinda stutter, which is very embarrasing. I try to slow down and concentrate, which helps a lot. I do believe that this is very common for people with PD.

Yes, tremors occur when I am anxious or excited. I don't like it when I have trouble speaking. You know what you want to say. But, sometimes have trouble saying it.

My husband has problems speaking as he can't remember the word he wants to say. He is on Sinemet.
Also he usually says grace before we eat and half the time he can't get the words out right.
The PRAYER:
For what we are about to receive, Dear Lord, make us truly thankful.
AMEN.
The first five words are like a tougue twister........
I wait patiently but sometimes it's impossible for him to say, and then other times it comes out beautifully.
I also help him get started if he is having difficulty.
We laugh sometimes when this happens, so at least it takes the stress out of it, but it is frustrating for him, I am sure.

Yes it is not uncommon to have tremors when you are stressed and or upset. I normally don't have any tremors unless I am very upset or stressed. Yes this is pretty normal. My speech is soft and difficult to understand at times.

Hi oldnslow, I've experienced various problems with speech, I tend to talk quite fast, and then I tend to mumble. and at times the volume level drops without warning. I find the latter embarrassing especially when out and about and when in a noisy environment, like ordering a coffee when suddenly the volume goes and I end up looking like a gold fish at feeding time.. lol... people look and stare. I end up repeating myself and that is annoying & frustrating.

I've had a few Speech Therapy sessions, and breathing properly is a vital part of it. I am a shallow breather, so I do some simple breathing exercises and they help a lot.

I have a strong Yorkshire accent, and some find that hard enough to understand without the added problems!!.. lol.. that in itself may seem like a language all of it's own.

My symptoms are always worse when angry, anxious, stressed & frustrated etc.... it's quite a common thing with pd. It's a vicious circle where you know what you want to say or saying and the problem kicks in, which angers you and therefore makes it worse, I tend to make a light hearted joke or comment about it then forget it and move on.

Be strong & be safe...

Dirky ?;O))~

Thank you all for the replies !
At least now I know this is common with PD. My voice hasn't really changed, but I often stutter and have trouble getting the words out even though I know exactly what I want to say. My tremors and speech are a dead give away to my wife and she see's it coming on way before I do and tells me I need to chill out, take a sedative and relax. Easy for her to say lol.

Gets very frustrating and embarrassing at times when other people are around.

I also wanted to add that I'm so thankful I have you all to talk to about this. Trying to talk to my doctor is like pulling hens teeth lol. His answer to everything is..... well everyone is different and have many different symptoms .

After talking with all of you, it seems we all have very much in common. Maybe it's time the student teaches the teacher ? lol

Yes, when I am stressed out I have trouble speaking and also the tremors but I also have trouble seeing. My vision becomes blurred when I am really stressed and then all these symptoms stresses me more!!!

Hi again oldnslow, you don't owe anyone an explanation for having pd and how it shows itself. When others are around especially strangers who may sit and stare as your symptoms show... I know it's very embarrassing and have experienced this many times.... it's they who have a problem by being so dam ignorant. Decent caring people would look away discreetly or smile knowingly.

My tremours mostly effected my right hand and generally my right side, I first noticed my left hand shake after 8 or 9 years. Now they effect all my body but fortunately not always all at the same time... but every now & then they do kick in altogether. My tongue, jaw also join in as they must be feeling left out.... lol... When the bad times roll I just do my best to keep calm inside and ride it out.

I wish you well, be strong & be safe.....

Dirky ?;O))~

I have had anxiety issues long before I developed PD. When I was really stressed or upset I acted like I was drunk with slurred speech and shaking. Fortunately I have learned to control this without pills but it isn't easy. However since I developed PD it has gotten worse. I recently had an anxiety attack at the doctor's office because of a medical records problem.

Roseanne88,
Thank you for sharing, and big hugs for you !!

I chant and read at church every Sunday. That is when my PD symptoms are at their worst. Sometimes while driving. Even yawning makes my left arm shake.

I took find myself stuttering or stumbling over words as I read. It isn't so bad that it stands out yet. In normal conversation, I've had a lot more people say, "What?" this past year, as sometimes my voice heads into soft-mode. But in church, I make a conscious effort to project. I think I usually succeed at that.

I was on Sinimet, now on Ropinirole. Today will likely be fun, as this initial does isn't helping as much as the Sinimet was, so my wife will probably be standing next to me, massaging my arm.

I also found out last night that being cold really magnifies my PD symptoms. I'm praying the heater is working good at church this morning. lol.

It's called STRESS. Whether it be good or bad stress, it will affect your PD symptoms, regardless of the meds you take. Jim

I guess your right Jim.
Hard to get rid of stress no mater what your on lol.