July 16, 2025

Is It Parkinson’s or the Pills? Symptoms vs. Side Effects Explained

14 minutes

“Wait… what? Facial masking might be a side effect of my Parkinson’s meds?!”
That’s what my neurologist told me — and it completely threw me.
In this episode, I’m breaking down the difference between Parkinson’s symptoms and medication side effects, including the ones you might not expect. We’re talking real-life examples, jaw-dropping side effects, and some moments that’ll definitely make you go, “Oh wow… that’s me.”

🎯 In this episode:
• The symptoms vs. side effects breakdown
• My personal reaction to learning the truth about facial masking
• Common (and surprising) side effects of levodopa & more
• How I use a simple journal to track patterns
• Tools, timing, and the truth behind those “weird” symptoms

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What’s one thing you thought was a symptom, but later learned was a side effect?
Drop it in the comments — your story could help someone feel less alone.

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⏱ Chapter Titles with Timestamps
00:00 – Facial Masking: Symptom or Side Effect?
00:35 – Welcome + What This Episode Is Really About
01:15 – My Neurologist Blew My Mind
02:40 – Parkinson’s Symptoms: What’s Actually from the Disease
03:55 – The Side Effects No One Warned Me About
05:25 – Levodopa and Facial Masking: A Surprising Twist
06:45 – Why It Matters: Symptom vs. Side Effect
07:35 – How I Track My Patterns with a Simple Journal
09:00 – 5 Surprising Parkinson’s Medication Side Effects
11:15 – My Encouragement to You
12:20 – Join the Community + Final Thoughts

⚠️ Disclaimer (to place at the bottom of the video description):
Disclaimer: The information shared in this video is based on my personal experiences and opinions. I am not a medical professional, and this content should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your doctor or a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your treatment or lifestyle.
This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission.

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