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Parkinsons Disease Learning Center

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Welcome

Parkinson''s disease is a disorder of the brain that leads to shaking(tremors) and difficulty with walking, movement, and coordination.Parkinson''s disease was first described in England in 1817 by Dr. James Parkinson.

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Symptoms
The disorder may affect one or both sides of the body. How much function is lost can vary.
Causes
Parkinson's disease was first described in England in 1817 by Dr. James Parkinson.
Tests
The health care provider may be able to diagnose Parkinson's disease based on your symptoms and a physical examinatio...
Treatments
There is no known cure for Parkinson's disease. The goal of treatment is to control symptoms.Medications control symp...
Drugs
The pharmacological treatment of Parkinson's disease is very complex. Although many drugs may relieve at least some s...
Alternative Therapies
Support groups may help you cope with the changes caused by the disease. See: Parkinson's disease - support group.
Prevention
Some studies have found that coffee drinking or hormone replacement therapy(HRT) in postmenopausal women may decrease...
Doctor Specialties
You have symptoms of Parkinson's disease Symptoms get worse New symptoms occur.Also tell the health care provider abo...

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