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Parkinson’s disease – symptoms and diagnosis <\/h1>\n\n\n\n

What is Parkinson’s disease and how is it diagnose?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Parkinson’s disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder after Alzheimer\u2019s disease (De Lau et al., 2006)<\/a>. It is characterized by progressive loss of muscle control, due to loss of dopamine-producing brain cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Still the causes of Parkinson\u2019s remain unknown. Many experts think that the disease is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Parkinson\u2019s in industrialised countries is generally estimated at 0,3% of the entire population and about 1% in people over 60 years of age but early-onset Parkinson’s disease also occurs (De Lau et al., 2006)<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Progression of symptoms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As symptoms<\/a> worsen, it may become difficult to walk, talk, and do simple daily activities. The primary symptoms of Parkinson\u2019s disease are all related to voluntary and involuntary motor function and usually start on one side of the body. Symptoms are mild at first and will progress over time. Some individuals are more affected than others. Secondary symptoms vary in severity, and not every individual will experience all of them.
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Not all Parkinson’s is the same<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The progression of Parkinson’s disease and the degree of impairment vary from individual to individual. Many people with Parkinson’s disease live long lives without major progression, whereas others become disabled much more quickly. To differentiate the various types of Parkinson\u2019s, it is necessary to know the symptoms in detail. Whilst treatment<\/a> is constantly improving, researchers have not yet been able to find a way to prevent or cure Parkinson’s. For all stages of Parkinson’s<\/a>, the available therapies will help to ease symptoms. Since Parkinson\u00b4s is a progressive disease it will worsen with age. Unfortunately, no one has anyone recovered from Parkinson\u2019s disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Symptoms of Parkinson’s disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The early symptoms of Parkinson’s disease usually develop gradually and are mild at first. Movement symptoms may be inconvenient, but do not affect daily activities. In Parkinson\u00b4s motoric symptoms like tremor, slowed movement (bradykinesia), rigid muscles, impaired posture and balance or loss of automatic movements can occur. In addition, speech may become more softly and monotone and it may become hard to write.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Essential tremor is a neurological disorder that causes involuntary and rhythmic shaking most often of hands. In comparison to Parkinson\u00b4s, it is still present when doing simple activities such as taking a cup of coffee and the tremor often stops during movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speech may be affected in Parkinson\u00b4s disease either with a very low voice volume, hesitation before speaking or slurring. Difficulties with swallowing may occur during progression of Parkinson\u00b4s and may have an effect on the willingness to eat. Also, the changed ability to smell may influence appetite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gastroparesis in Parkinson\u2019s is a delayed ability of the stomach and interferes with normal digestion which may affect the absorption of oral medication. Some people with Parkinson’s disease experience an overwhelming urge to move legs. This condition is called \u201cRestless Legs Syndrome\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The progression of Parkinson’s disease and the degree of impairment vary from individual to individual. Many people with Parkinson’s disease live long lives without major progression, whereas others become disabled much more quickly.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Overview about symptoms of Parkinson’s <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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FOUR MAIN SYMPTOMS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\"Tremor<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Shaking or tremor at rest<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\"Bradykinesia\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Slowness of movement, called bradykinesia<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\"Rigidity\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stiffness or rigidity of the arms, legs or trunk<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Trouble with balance and falls, also called postural instability<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Note: Postural instability usually appears later with disease progression and may not be present with initial diagnosis.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What are the physical symptoms of Parkinson’s? <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

(= secondary symptoms)<\/p>\n\n\n\n