Diseases
parkinson disease
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Overview
Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder that affects the nervous system and the parts of the body controlled by the nerves. Symptoms start slowly. The first symptom may be a barely noticeable tremor in just one hand. Tremors are common, but the disorder may also cause stiffness or slowing of movement.
Symptoms
- tremor
- slowed movement (bradykinesia)
- rigid muscles.
- impaired posture and balance.
- loss of automatic movements
Causes
- genes
- environmental triggers.
Risk factors
- age. young adults rarely experience parkinson's disease.
- heredity
- sex, and exposure to toxins.
Diagnosis
- blood test.
- imaging tests — such as an mri, ultrasound of the brain and pet scans
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is parkinson disease?
Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder that affects the nervous system and the parts of the body controlled by the nerves. Symptoms start slowly. The first symptom may be a barely noticeable tremor in just one hand. Tremors are common, but the disorder may also cause stiffness or slowing of movement.
What are the symptoms of parkinson disease?
tremor, slowed movement (bradykinesia), rigid muscles., impaired posture and balance., loss of automatic movements
What causes parkinson disease?
genes; environmental triggers.
Which medicines are used for parkinson disease?
amantadine, benztropine, biperiden, bromocriptine, carbidopa-entacapone-levodopa, carbidopa-levodopa, entacapone, piribedil, pramipexole, procyclidine, rasagiline, ropinirole, safinamide, selegiline, trihexyphenidyl
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