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Drug treatments control symptoms of Parkinsons's
As there is no cure for Parkinson's at present, drugs are used to try to control symptoms of Parkinson's. There are no perfect drugs, although there are many promising developments.The main aims of drug treat...read more
Parkinson's, a progressive neurological condition
What is Parkinson's? Parkinson's is a progressive neurological condition affecting movements such as walking, talking, and writing. It is named after Dr. James Parkinson (1755-1824), the London doctor who fi...read more
Some information about Parkinson's disease
This is a clinical syndrome characterised by impairment of movement, rigidity and tremor. In Western medicine, it is regarded as an imbalance of dopamine and acetylcholine, which are neurotransmitters. Neurot...read more
Surgical options for people suffering from Parkinson's
Surgical options are available for some people with Parkinson's, depending on their symptoms. We recommend taking advice from your specialist. The options are: Stereotactic surgery This inv...read more
