About Parkinsons Disease

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Parkinson's Disease: A Complete Guide for Patients and Families (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book) Parkinson's Disease: A Complete Guide for Patients and Families (A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book)
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Parkinsons Disease

Parkinson's is a disease that you would not wish on anyone. If you have ever had a friend or relative with Parkinson's you will know what I mean. That said it doesn't have to ruin your life. This hub has more about Parkinson's and some Parkinson's resources.


Brief About Parkinsons Disease

Parkinson's disease is a disorder that affects nerve cells, or neurons, in a part of the brain that controls muscle movement. In Parkinson's, neurons that make a chemical called dopamine die or do not work properly. Dopamine normally sends signals that help coordinate your movements. No one knows what damages these cells. Symptoms of Parkinson's disease may include

* Trembling of hands, arms, legs, jaw and face * Stiffness of the arms, legs and trunk * Slowness of movement * Poor balance and coordination

As symptoms get worse, people with the disease may have trouble walking, talking or doing simple tasks. They may also have problems such as depression, sleep problems or trouble chewing, swallowing or speaking.

Parkinson's usually begins around age 60, but it can start earlier. It is more common in men than in women. There is no cure for Parkinson's disease. A variety of medicines sometimes help symptoms dramatically.

Do you know anyone with Parkinsons?

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flutterbug77  says:
12 months ago

What a horrible disease! You're right, I wouldn't wish this on anyone.

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