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Parkinson’s disease questions and answers from our team of community advocates

Tremor: Is it Essential Tremor or Tremor from Parkinson’s Disease?

By Editorial Team - October 20, 2017

Tremor is one of the characteristic symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD), but it is also characteristic of essential tremor (ET), a neurological disorder that produces involuntary and rhythmic shaking. ET is approximately... READ MORE

What Do You Wish You Knew When You Were First Diagnosed?

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By Editorial Team - October 6, 2017

Parkinson’s Disease is a very complex and puzzling condition. It’s not surprising to learn that many people have a hard time understanding it. There is obviously a lot to know and learn... READ MORE

Parkinson’s Disease – FAQs

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By Editorial Team - July 28, 2017

What is Parkinson’s disease? How is Parkinson’s disease treated? Is there a cure? I don’t have tremors—does that mean I don’t have Parkinson’s? What are the symptoms? How is Parkinson’s disease different... READ MORE

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