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...Anticholinergics are a class of drugs used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD), particularly the tremor that is a key...

...Dopamine agonists are a class of drug used to treat the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD). Carbidopa-levodopa therapy is the most effective drug...

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...People with Parkinson’s disease (PD) have an overall decreased risk of cancer diagnoses, but they have an increased risk of developing malignant...

...While Parkinson’s disease (PD) is thought of as a condition that affects the brain, research has shown that PD may actually begin...

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...Though Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a mainly a movement disorder, it can affect many other areas of the body. Research has shown...

...Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurologic disorder that affects how your brain controls your body’s movements. PD is also linked to...

...Palliative care is a specialized field that aims to alleviate symptoms and maximize the patient’s quality of life. Treatment of Parkinson’s disease...

...Managing multiple medications can be challenging for people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD), and it is important to take PD medications on...

...People living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) are at a higher risk for falls due to the motor symptoms, including stiff muscles, freezing...

...Some people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) experience changes in their voice or speech. While not everyone with PD experiences a change in...

...A common symptom experienced by people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) is “freezing”: a sudden, but temporary, inability to move. It can happen...

...Caregivers and care partners face many challenges in caring for a loved one with Parkinson’s disease (PD). The disease impacts more than...

...Medicines are a key part of managing the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD). However, some medicines may cause unpleasant side effects like...

...Parkinson’s disease (PD) has multiple effects on motor, cognitive, and visual functioning, all of which can impair a person’s ability to drive...

...While the caregiver or care partner is generally focused on providing assistance and support to the person with Parkinson’s disease (PD), the...

...Being involved as a caregiver or care partner to someone with Parkinson’s disease (PD) changes your life in many ways. Your daily...