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Parkinson's Disease: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment: Publications and Documents

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The Disabled World list of information on Parkinson's Disease offers various articles and papers covering aspects like diagnosing the condition, understanding its diverse symptoms such as tremors and slowed movement, and exploring potential causes. These cover topics such as environmental factors linked to Parkinson's, like the significant rise associated with dry-cleaning chemicals, innovative diagnostic methods using MRI technology, and the impact of protein levels in spinal fluid on posture and gait. This content serves as a valuable resource for individuals with Parkinson's, seniors, and those with disabilities, offering insights into recent research findings, potential risk factors, and advancements in diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. The database also includes practical guides for managing daily life with Parkinson's, addressing issues like mobility, nutrition, and mental health. These resources provide valuable insights for patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and researchers, offering a blend of scientific knowledge and practical advice to enhance understanding and support for those affected by Parkinson's disease.

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Parkinson's Disease: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment: Publications and Resources (47 Items)
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Significant breakthrough sheds light on the underlying mechanisms of Parkinson's disease, offering the potential for innovative treatments in the future.		✓

Trichloroethylene (TCE) causes cancer, is linked to miscarriages and congenital heart disease, and is associated with a 500 percent increased risk of Parkinson's disease.

Study finds levels of a protein found in the brain called alpha-synuclein are significantly lower than normal in cerebrospinal fluid in Parkinson's disease patients with postural instability and gait difficulty.

Program focuses on needs of those with Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders, such as Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD) and Multiple System Atrophy (MSA).

New web-based program will educate police, fire fighters and emergency service providers on unique symptoms of Parkinson's Disease.

Welding has been linked to parkinsonism, which is a general term for a group of disorders that cause movement problems similar to those seen in Parkinson's disease.

Study confirms patch of rasagiline applied for 7 days achieves higher systemic exposure than AZILECT (rasagiline) 1mg tablets administered daily for 7 days.

Two simple tests conducted during neurological exam can help clinicians differentiate between early-stage Parkinsons disease and atypical parkinsonism.

Team of scientists successfully create human stem cell disease model of Parkinsons disease in a dish.

An image similar in shape to a Swallow tail has been identified as a new and accurate MRI test for Parkinsons disease.

New study of Parkinsons disease proposes neurons may be mistaken for foreign invaders and killed by the human immune system.

Researchers have shown that continuing spinal cord stimulation appears to produce improvements in symptoms of Parkinsons disease and may protect critical neurons from injury or deterioration.

Patients affected by Parkinson's disease may experience difficulties recognizing emotions in facial expressions and speech intonation of other people.

Researchers have identified a protein trafficking defect within brain cells that may underlie common non-familial forms of Parkinsons disease.

UCLA researchers have discovered a link between Parkinsons and benomyl another pesticide.

Severe influenza and possibly high intensity vibrations doubles odds of developing Parkinsons later in life.

Researchers have identified the latest gene associated with typical late-onset Lewy body Parkinsons disease (PD).

Researchers report results indicating deep brain stimulation is effective at improving motor symptoms and quality of life in patients with advanced Parkinson's disease.

The study looked at twins wherein one twin had been occupationally exposed to trichloroethylene TCE and other chemicals believed to be linked to the development of Parkinson's Disease.

Researchers have devised a simple test using dopamine-deficient worms for identifying drugs that may help people with Parkinson's disease..

Scientists have for the first time generated stem cells from one of the most rapidly progressing forms of Parkinsons disease.

Study of 300,000 records shows methamphetamine users have 76% higher Parkinson's risk, providing first evidence of suspected 30-year-old link.		✓
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Landmark study in which both traditional and innovative scientometric approaches have been employed to identify top Parkinsons disease investigators.

New drug stops the progression of degenerative Parkinsons disease in mice is now being tested in humans.

People who have used amphetamines such as benzedrine and dexedrine appear to be at an increased risk of developing Parkinsons disease.

National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences and National Institutes of Health study reveals link between rotenone and paraquat pesticides and Parkinson's disease.

Naturally occurring brain signaling chemical may be useful in understanding Parkinsons.

Dopamine-producing neurons in the brain of Parkinsons disease patients under the microscope.

Life is about choices and the only choice I do not have is about Parkinsons everything else is up to me.

Since I was diagnosed two years ago I can realistically expect seven active working years before I become totally incapacitated.

Nearly three-quarters of patients with Parkinsons disease experience fatigue or excessive daytime sleepiness.

Recognize early Parkinson's disease symptoms including tremor, loss of smell, sleep problems, and movement difficulties. Early detection improves health outcomes.		✓
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Walking and talking is difficult enough especially for people with Parkinsons disease who are at increased risk for falls with injury.

Yeast could be a powerful ally in the discovery of new therapeutic drugs to treat Parkinsons disease.

People with Parkinsons disease can perform automated tasks better than people without the disease.

Late onset Parkinsons disease has revealed new genetic link that implicates the immune system and offers new targets for drug development.

Researchers discover genetic link between immune system and Parkinsons disease.

Parkinsons patients risky behavior finding has implications for future medication of patients.

Genetic Risk Factor Identified for Parkinsons Disease Gene Variant Influences Vitamin B6 Metabolism.

Irregular arm swings while walking could be an early sign of Parkinsons disease.

Ghrelin may be used to boost resistance to and slow the development of Parkinsons disease.

Researchers have found an essential key to possibly cure Parkinsons disease and are looking for others.

Scientists have reported promising new results with potential implications for the treatment of Parkinson's disease.

An enzyme that naturally occurs in the brain helps destroy the mutated protein that is the most common cause of inherited Parkinsons disease.

Patients receiving doses of certain drugs for Parkinson's disease develop destructive behaviors notably compulsive gambling or hypersexuality.

Neurotoxins can otherwise spawn the damage to dopaminergic neurons that is characteristic of Parkinsons disease.

Insights into the diseased circuitry and also suggesting new ideas to improve Parkinsons therapy.

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