Neurons in the substantial nigra produce a specific type of neurotransmitter – dopamine – responsible for regulating movement. Without it, symptoms of Parkinson’s develop. The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) grouped four primary motor symptoms of the condition. These are: tremor, rigidity, bradykinesia (slow movement) and postural instability (balance issues). Delving into bradykinesia, this common […]
Parkinson’s disease – the fruit you should eat every day to avoid Parkinson’s symptoms
Parkinson’s disease is a condition that causes the brain to become progressively more damaged over time, said the NHS. You could lower your risk of the neurodegenerative condition’s symptoms by regularly eating if you find that you’re unusually dizzy, without any obvious reason, it’s been revealed. Parkinson’s is caused by a loss of nerve cells […]
Parkinson’s disease warning – the ‘annoying’ symptom you may be ignoring
Parkinson’s disease is a condition that causes the brain to become progressively more damaged over time, said the NHS. You could be at risk of the neurodegenerative condition if you find that you’re unusually dizzy, without any obvious reason, it’s been revealed. Parkinson’s is caused by a loss of nerve cells in a specific part […]
Parkinson’s disease – the ‘practically inevitable’ sexual symptom you may be missing
Parkinson’s disease is a condition that causes the brain to become progressively more damaged over time, said the NHS. You could be at risk of the neurodegenerative condition if you develop these sexual symptoms. Parkinson’s is caused by a loss of nerve cells in a specific part of the brain. These nerve cells are used […]
Parkinson’s disease warning: Can you smell that? The hidden Parkinson’s sign in your nose
Parkinson’s disease is a condition that causes the brain to become progressively more damaged over time, said the NHS. You could be at risk of the neurodegenerative condition if you realise that you’ve lost your sense of smell, it’s been revealed. Parkinson’s is caused by a loss of nerve cells in a specific part of […]
Parkinson’s disease warning – does your voice sound like this? How to reveal your risk
Parkinson’s disease is a condition that causes the brain to become progressively more damaged over time, said the NHS. You could be at risk of the neurodegenerative condition if your voice has changed over time. Parkinson’s is caused by a loss of nerve cells in a specific part of the brain. These nerve cells are […]