Parkinson's Disease Research Paper

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The disease mainly affects the motor system. Which results from the death of cells in substantia nigra region of the brain. Pesticide exposure and head injuries have been linked to Parkinson’s disease.

Signs and Symptoms
The symptoms of Parkinson’s disease generally come on slowly over time.
Some signs and symptoms include:
• Tremors; first in a hands on one side of the body before the other
• slow movement
• stiff muscles
• loss of balance
• depression
Dementia becomes common in the event stages of Parkinson’s disease. Diagnosis
While there is no test for specifically for Parkinson’s disease some test may be done to rule out other causes. The tests may include:
• brain scans; CT, MRI, PET, SPECT
• blood test
• lumbar puncture
• x-rays
A neurological exam may also be done to look for characteristics and symptoms. Your physician will also review your medical history for signs

Treatment
There is no cure for Parkinson’s disease medication is used to treat the symptoms of the disease. Nutrition, exercise, and physical therapy are also used to help treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s

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