How long does it take to receive a Parkinson’s disease diagnosis?

Written by Marisa Wexler, MS |

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How long does it take to receive a Parkinson’s disease diagnosis?

Category: Diagnosis

Since diagnosing Parkinson’s requires testing for disease-typical symptoms and ruling out other possible causes for symptoms, confirming Parkinson’s usually takes some time. Studies suggest most people are diagnosed within the first six months after seeking medical attention for Parkinson’s-like symptoms, but it’s not uncommon to go up to about three years before a diagnosis is confirmed.

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About the Author

Marisa Wexler, MS Marisa holds a Master of Science in cellular and molecular pathology from the University of Pittsburgh, where she studied novel genetic drivers of ovarian cancer. Her areas of expertise include cancer biology, immunology, and genetics, and she has worked as a science writing and communications intern for the Genetics Society of America.


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