Parkinsons Disease Learning Center
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Parkinson's disease is a disorder of the brain that leads to shaking (tremors) and difficulty with walking, movement, and coordination. |
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Symptoms
Unstable, stooped, or slumped-over posture; Loss of balance; Gait (walking pattern) changes; Shuffling walk; Slow mov...
Causes
Parkinson's disease was first described in England in 1817 by Dr. James Parkinson. The disease affects approximately ...
Tests
The health care provider may be able to diagnose Parkinson's disease based on your symptoms and physical examination....
Treatments
There is no known cure for Parkinson's disease. The goal of treatment is to control symptoms. Medications control sym...
Drugs
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a motor system disorder caused by the chronic, progressive degeneration of neurons (nerve...
Alternative Therapies
Support groups may help a person cope with the changes caused by the disease. See: Parkinson's disease - support group
Complications
Varying degrees of disability; Difficulty swallowing or eating; Difficulty performing daily activities; Injuries from...
Prevention
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a motor system disorder caused by the chronic, progressive degeneration of neurons (nerve...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms of Parkinson's disease appear, if symptoms get worse, or if new symptoms o...
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