What are the symptoms of Parkinson's disease?

Classic symptoms that are observed when making a Parkinson's Disease diagnosis include: tremor in the limbs when completely relaxed, muscular stiffness, slow movement, decreased facial expressions, low voice volume, small handwriting, a stooped posture, walking with small, shuffled steps, decreased arm-swing on one side, difficulty getting out of a chair or turning in bed.

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Q: What is Parkinson's Disease?

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a chronic and slowly progressive neurological condition that presently affects more than 1 million Americans and over 8 million people internationally. It is marked by tremor, muscular rigidity, and slow, imprecise movement. The exact cause remains unknown. Most people who develop PD are over 50 years old consequently making age the most significant risk factor. In approximately 5% of individuals, genetics play a direct role and there are several known genetic mutations that cause Parkinson’s disease. Genetic mutations may be the cause of PD in families with a history of multiple affected individuals or those who develop symptoms under 40 years of age. In most cases, PD is likely due to a combination of aging, genetic changes that confer susceptibility, and exposure to certain environmental triggers. Many triggers have been theorized to play a role such as repetitive head trauma, long-term exposure to chemicals such as pesticides or solvents, and other yet unknown atmospheric or dietary chemicals.

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What is Parkinson’s Disease?

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Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disease of the nervous system marked by tremor, muscular rigidity, and slow, imprecise movement.

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An AVM, or arteriovenous malformation, is a rare disease (approximately 1-5 out of 10,000 patients) of the blood vessels in the brain.

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