Symptomatic Parkinson Disease

Symptomatic Parkinson Disease

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Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBANov 22, 2019

The topic Symptomatic Parkinson Disease you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Parkinson’s Disease.

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  • Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that results from depletion of the neurotransmitter dopamine in the brain. It mostly affects elderly adults over the age of 55.
  • Patients with PD experience mainly motor symptoms including impaired movement and posture. Cognitive, psychiatric, sensory, and autonomic symptoms may also be present.
  • Some forms of PD are familial (due to genetic factors), while most are idiopathic (where the factors are not known). Parkinsonism may also develop due to secondary causes, such as injury to the brain or an infection.
  • A diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease may be made by recognizing the classical signs and symptoms and through a neurological evaluation.
  • Currently, there is no cure for the condition, but the symptoms of PD may be treated using medications and physiotherapy. This can also slow the progression of the condition.
  • The prognosis of Parkinson’s Disease depends on many factors. Some forms of PD are better controlled than others. For a majority of people, Parkinsonism may progress slowly and appear over time, but for some unknown reason, symptoms may rapidly progress in others.

Please find comprehensive information on Parkinson’s Disease regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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