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‌Differential Diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s disease

Accurate diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease (PD) requires distinguishing it from disorders with overlapping symptoms. Here are key conditions to differentiate: ‌1. Secondary Parkinsonism‌ ‌Causes‌: Drug-induced (neuroleptics, reserpine, metoclopramide), toxins (CO,…

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‌Complications of Parkinson’s Disease

Complications of Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that not only affects motor functions but also leads to severe physical and psychological complications. Below are the key complications associated with the…

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‌What Causes Parkinson’s Disease?

The exact cause of Parkinson’s disease (PD) remains unclear, but research suggests it arises from a combination of ‌aging‌, ‌genetic susceptibility‌, and ‌exposure to environmental toxins‌. ‌1. Aging‌ PD primarily…

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Parkinson’s Syndrome

Parkinson's syndrome occurs in middle-aged and older adults due to degeneration of the substantia nigra and the nigrostriatal pathway. According to the American Parkinson's Disease Association (APDA), individuals who develop…

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Current Medications for Parkinson’s Disease Treatment

目前治疗帕金森病 (PD) 的药物分为以下几类: ‌Anticholinergics‌: Trihexyphenidyl (Artane) ‌Antihistamines‌: Diphenhydramine (Benadryl), Amantadine ‌Levodopa-based Drugs‌: Madopar (Levodopa/Benserazide), Sinemet (Carbidopa/Levodopa), Xilaimei ‌Dopamine Agonists‌: Pramipexole (Mirapex), Ropinirole (Requip), Cabergoline (Cripar), Bromocriptine ‌MAO-B Inhibitors‌: Selegiline (Eldepryl),…

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