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Parkinson’s
Parkinson's disease is a progressively degenerative neurological disorder which affects the control of body movements.
Symptoms result from the progressive degeneration of neuronal cells located in the substantia nigra. This causes a deficiency in the availability of dopamine; a chemical neurotransmitter (messenger) necessary for the production of smooth controlled movements.
The symptoms of Parkinson's disease appear when about 70% of dopamine producing cells cease to function normally. Symptoms develop slowly and gradually progress over years, but are greatly helped by drug treatment.
Parkinson’s disease can affect mobility, communication, and the person’s bowel and bladder control. People can also become constipated.
Parkinson's disease is currently an incurable condition, but symptoms can be treated with a range of medications. Support is the best form of management, when used in conjunction with medication. Neurosurgery to alleviate symptoms is also an option for some people. Good bowel and bladder habits will help with the management of the disease.
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