A progressive disease characterized by muscle weakness and tremor
a neurological disease that affects muscle control and is characterized by tremors, lack of coordination, and difficulty walking.
A syndrome of expressionless face, poverty and slowness of voluntary movement, "resting" tremor, stooped posture, rigidity, soft voice, and an abnormal gait consisting of small, shuffling steps with difficulty in retaining balance, especially when changing directions. The disease is produced by the degeneration of dopamine neurons in the substantia nigra; its cause is unknown.
A progressive, neurodegenerative disease characterized by the death of nerve cells in a specific area of the brain; the cause of nerve cell death is unknown. Parkinson patients lack the neurotransmitter dopamine and have such symptoms as tremors, speech impediments, movement difficulties, and often dementia later in the course of the disease.
Chronic disorder of the nervous system with fine tremors, muscular weakness, rigidity, and a shuffling gait.
Slowly progressive neurological disease that affects a small area of cells in the mid brain. The gradual degeneration of these cells causes a reduction of a vital chemical known as "dopamine". Patients with Parrkinson's disease show tremor on one side of the body when at rest, slow movements, and problems with walking and keeping their balance.For more information, http://www.parkinson.org/pdedu.htm
Recommendation Plant-Based Nutrition"Diets high in vitamin C and beta-carotene provide significant protection against Parkinson's disease..."
A progressive systemic disorder that primarily attacks the brain cells that produce neurotransmitters necessary for the normal functioning of the central nervous system. Parkinson's disease is characterized by tremulous or slow movement, facial paralysis, and difficulty with walking and general coordination. Learn more about Parkinson's disease and Parkinson's treatment.
Parkinson's Disease: "Parkinson's disease belongs to a group of conditions called motor system disorders. The four primary symptoms are: "Tremor" or trembling in hands, arms, legs, jaw, and face."Rigidity" or stiffness of the limbs and trunk."Bradykinesia" or slowness of movement."Postural instability" or impaired balance and coordination. As these symptoms become more pronounced, patients may have difficulty walking, talking, or completing other simple tasks. The disease is both chronic, meaning it persists over a long period of time, and progressive, meaning its symptoms grow worse over time. It is not contagious nor is it usually inherited--that is, it does not pass directly from one family member or generation to the next." Learn more at http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/parkinsons_disease.htm Click "BACK" on your browser to return to the previous page.
Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder that affects nerve cells (neurons) in the section of the brain that controls muscle movement. People with Parkinson's often experience trembling, muscle rigidity, difficulty walking, slowed speech and problems with balance and coordination. The signs and symptoms gradually become worse over time.
A disease characterized by uncontrollable and severe muscle tremors, a stiff gait, a mask-like, expressionless face, and withdrawal.
An abnormal condition of the nervous system caused by degeneration of an area of the brain called the basal ganglia, and by low production of the neurotransmitter dopamine. The first gene connected to Parkinson's was recently identified, but it is probably caused by a combination of genes and other factors. The disease results in rigidity of the muscles, slow body movement and tremor. Most patients are over 50, but at least 10% are under 40.
A common progressive neurological disorder that results from degeneration of nerve cells in a region of the brain that controls movement. The first symptom of the disease is usually tremor of a limb, especially when the body is at rest.
idiopathic neurodegenerative condition of the nigrostriatal pathway that primarily affects late middle-aged people, and presents with tremor, rigidity and slowed movements (bradykinesia)
A progressive motor disorder caused by the degeneration of cerebral nuclei.
Recommendation Cysteine / N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC)"Both cysteine and NAC increase glutathione levels..."
A degenerative neurological disorder characterized by various motor difficulties that include tremor, muscular rigidity, and slowed movement. This disease involves degeneration of dopamine-releasing neurons in the basal ganglia of the forebrain, which are crucial for motor control.
a disorder of middle-aged and elderly people characterized by tremor, rigidity, and a poverty of spontaneous movements.
The Condition"...The loss of dopamine production affects the balance between dopamine and acetylcholine in the brain with the result that messages to the muscles become garbled..." Related Topic"...It is characterized pathologically by loss of dopamine in the substantia nigra..." Our Question about ecstacy use"Some researchers believe that ecstasy use could lead to early onset of Parkinson's disease by causing the body to exhaust its supply of dopamine prematurely..." Recommendation Conventional Drug Use"Conventional medical treatment relies heavily on l-dopa (levo-dihydroxy-phenylalanine), a dopamine precursor that can cross the blood-brain barrier and is converted to dopamine in the brain..."
PD is a disorder that affects nerve cells (neurons) in the part of the brain controlling muscle movement. It is a slowly progressive degenerative disorder of the central nervous system characterized by slowness or poverty of movement (bradykinesia), rigidity, postural instability, and tremor primarily while at rest. Additional characteristic findings include a shuffling, unbalanced manner of walking; forward bending or flexion of the trunk; a fixed or "mask-like" facial expression; weakness of the voice; abnormally small, cramped handwriting (micrographia); depression; or other symptoms and findings. Such abnormalities are thought to result from progressive loss of nerve cells within a certain region of the substantia nigra of the brain and the associated depletion of the neurotransmitter dopamine.
A degenerative disease of a part of the brain called the substantia nigra. In patients with Parkinson's disease, this part of the brain (that normally helps control motion) slowly stops working.
Recommendation DHEA"...has reported excellent success in treating Parkinson's Disease by use of replacement therapy of DHEA..."
The Condition"...Certain diuretics (reserpine), antipsychotics (chlorpromazine), and heart drugs (verapamil) have all been implicated in causing or worsening Parkinson's disease symptoms as has the "designer drug" MPTP..."
This is a disease where the cells in the back of the brain (the substantia nigra) deteriorate. The loss of these cells causes a tremor and poor movement. This can be treated with medications or surgery.
a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system characterized by tremor and impaired muscular coordination
A neurological, chronic, progressive, degenerative disease resulting from deficiency of the neurotransmitter dopamine in the basal ganglia; characterized by rhythmical resting tremor, rigidity of movement, festination of gait, droopy posture, and mask-like faces; end stages can involve dementia.
Parkinsonism produced by degeneration of brain stem neurons.
disease affecting the part of the brain associated with movement. Characterized by shaking and difficulty with movement coordination.
disease of the nervous system that can affect bowel control, most usually causing constipation ( Website).
A progressive, neurodegenerative disease with an unknown cause characterized by the death of nerve cells in a specific area of the brain. People with Parkinson's disease lack the neurotransmitter dopamine and have symptoms such as tremors, speech impediments, movement difficulties and often dementia later in the course of the disease.
A chronic progressive nerve disease that is marked by tremors, weakness and a shuffling gait.
Recommendation Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)"...Parkinson's disease patients given large doses of oral vitamin C and synthetic vitamin E supplements (3000mg and 3200 IU daily respectively) delayed the progression of their disease to the point where they needed l-dopa 2..."
a chronic disease of the nervous system, marked by tremors, muscle weakness, and a shuffling gait.
an imbalance of dopamine and acetylcholine that causes a lack of coordination in movement that often appears as tremor, stiff muscles and joints, and/or difficulty moving.
A chronic disease of the central nervous system, having symptoms that include muscular tremors and weakness. Parkensin patients have an impaired ability to produce Dopamine. There may be an environmental toxin link to the impairment of the Dopamine producing neurons. Certain individuals appear to be genetically vounerable to environmental toxins because their cellular detoxification systems are not working effectively.
A progressive nervous system disease associated with the destruction of brain cells that produce dopamine and characterized by muscular tremors. Onset of the disease is linked to ingestion of some pesticide chemicals.
Parkinson's disease is a chronic disease of the nervous system characterized by: a tremor of the hands, arms, legs, jaw, and face; stiffness of the limbs and trunk; and bladder problems. These symptoms will grow worse over time.
A progressive disorder of the nervous system marked by muscle tremors, muscle rigidity, decreased mobility, stooped posture, slow voluntary movements, and a mask-like facial expression.
A well described disease involving tremor, muscle rigidity, and impaired movement. A minority of Parkinsonian patients go on to develop dementia. [See Diagnosis] [ Quick find
Parkinson's Disease is more common in older people. The disease affects the connections in the brain causing them to malfunction.This results in movement disorders such as tremor and stiffness.The disease progresses steadily over years eventually causing severe physical and mental disability. Symptoms can be treated with medication.
A progressive neurological disease of older people characterised by tremor, difficulty in movement and speech
A syndrome composed of a cluster of motor symptoms that include tremors at rest, rigidity, paucity (reduction in movement) and impaired postural reflexes. It results from a loss of dopaminergic neurons in the basal ganglia and the brainstem.
a disorder of the brain characterized by tremor's, stiffness, and slowness of movement.
The most common form of parkinsonism, is a slowly progressing, degenerative disease that is usually associated with the following symptoms all of which result from the loss of dopamine-producing brain cells: tremor or trembling of the arms, jaw, legs, and face; stiffness or rigidity of the limbs and trunk; bradykinesia -- slowness of movement; postural instability, or impaired balance and coordination.
A chronic progressive nervous disease chiefly of later life that is linked to decreased dopamine production in the substantia nigra and is marked by tremor and weakness of resting muscles and by a shuffling gait. The National Parkinson's Foundation, Inc. The American Parkinson Disease Association, Inc. Parkinson's disease Caregiver Information :MyParkinsons.org - Information and discussion forum for caregivers of Parkinson's disease patients. Parkinson's: The Vermont Chapter (APDA) Lists support groups, resources, YOPD group information, etc.
A progressive degeneration of nerve cells diminishing muscle control.
A chronic, slowly-progressing disease of the nervous system characterized clinically by the combination of tremor, rigidity, extreme slowness of movement, and stooped posture. It is characterized pathologically by loss of dopamine in the substantia nigra.
A progressive nervous disease occurring most often after the age of 50, associated with the destruction of brain cell that produce dopamine; characterized by muscular tremor, slowing of movement, partial facial paralysis, peculiarity of gait and posture, and weakness. ? Calcium -2 TBL. ? Magnesium - 2 tsp. ? Manganese - 4 TBL ? Selenium - 2 tsp a.m. (up to one oz. for motor function) ? Sulfur - 2 TBL ? Vitamin C Ascorbate - 1,000-3,000 mg. daily ? Vitamin E - as directed A low meat/high carbohydrate diet is suggested.
A disorder of the nervous system characterized by rapid tremors, pill-rolling movements, masklike expression, rigidity, drooling, reduced movement, slowness of physical and mental responses; and disturbance of gait. Parkinsonism is associated with a depletion of dopamine, a chemical in the brain.
a chronic progressive nerve disease characterized by muscle tremors, weakness, rigid movements, halting gait, drooping posture and expressionless facial appearance.
A progressive illness affecting muscle control. People with Parkinson's disease often experience trembling, stiff muscles and have difficulty walking and problems with coordination.
Neurological disorder characterized by tremors, muscle rigidity, a shuffling walk and a mask-like appearance in the face. Parkinson's may also cause infrequent blinking.
a chronic neurological disease characterized by a slowly spreading tremor, muscular weakness and rigidity, and a peculiar gait
The form of parkinsonism originally described by James Parkinson in 1817: a chronic, slowly progressive disease of the nervous system characterized clinically by the combination of tremor, rigidity, Bradykinesia and stooped posture. It is characterized pathologically by loss of dopamine in the substantia nigra.
A movement disorder with four typical symptoms: tremor (involuntary, rhythmic shaking), rigidity (stiffness of the limbs), bradykinesia/akinesia (slowness of movement/no movement) and postural instability (problems with balance or coordination). Parkinson's disease is caused by loss of a chemical in the brain called dopamine. What causes the loss of dopamine in some people is unknown at this time.
That form of Parkinsonism, characterized by the combination of tremor rigidity, slowness of movement, stooped posture, and shuffling step, originally described by James Parkinson as a chronic, progressive disease of the nervous system linked to loss of the pigmented nerve cells in the brain, resulting in loss of dopamine
condition in which cells that produce dopamine degenerate, causing tremor, muscle stiffness, and loss of motor function
A slowly progressive disease usually occurring in late life characterized by masklike facial expression, a characteristic tremor of resting muscles, a slowing of voluntary movements, a shuffling gait, peculiar posture, and weakness of the muscles. There may be excessive sweating and feelings of heat. Pathologically, there is degeneration within the nuclear masses of the extrapyramidal system. Also called shaking palsy.
Degenerative condition of the brain (1 in 200 people 60 yrs. age); causes weakness and stiffness in muscles and interferes with speech, walking and performance of daily tasks; often accompanied by hand tremor.
a degenerative disease of the dopamine pathway from the substantia nigra, which causes marked disturbances in motor behavior. (74)
Disease of the central nervous system characterized by a fixed, emotionless expression of the face, slower-than-normal muscle movements, tremor (particularly when attempting to reach or hold objects), weakness, changed gait and a forward-leaning posture.
a chronic disease of the central nervous system caused by lowered levels of the inhibitory neurotransmitter dopamine. Symptoms include muscular tremors and weakness.
A progressive, nervous system disease with an unknown cause in which nerve cells in a specific area of the brain begin to die off. People with Parkinson's disease lack the neurotransmitter dopamine and have symptoms such as tremors, speech impairments, movement difficulties, and often dementia later in the course of the disease.
A disease in which dopamine-containing neurons die. It produces severe impairments in movement, cognitive function, and emotions.
Neurological disorder caused by damage to the dopamine system of the brain; symptoms include tremor, rigidity, slow movement.
That form of Parkinsonism originally described by James Parkinson* as a chronic, slowly progressive disease of the nervous system characterised clinically by the combination of tremor, rigidity, bradykinesia, and stooped posture, and pathologically by loss of the pigmented nerve cells of the Substantia Nigra in the brain.
A disease of the nervous system caused by degeneration of a part of the brain called the basal ganglia, and by low production of the neurotransmitter dopamine. Symptoms include muscle rigidity, tremors, and slow voluntary movement.
A disease mostly affecting middle-aged and elderly people characterized by tremors and rigid, slow movement.
A disease caused by the brain's inability to make enough dopamine. It is characterized by uncontrolled muscle actions.
A neurodegenerative disease of the substantia nigra (an area in the basal ganglia) associated with the destruction of brain cells that produce dopamine and characterized by muscular tremor, slowing of movement, partial facial paralysis, peculiarity of gait and posture, and weakness.
A human disease characterized by muscle tremor and difficulty in initiating and sustaining locomotion. The disease results from degeneration of dopamine-releasing neurons of the substantia nigra.
A disease mostly affecting middle-aged and elderly people characterized by tremors, rigidity, and slowing of movement. Parkinson's disease is caused by decreased dopamine in the brain.
a disorder of the CNS that results from the progressive loss of dopamine producing cells.
Recommendation Vitamin A" Vitamin A works with other antioxidants to provide a protective effect..."
a chronic neurological condition named after Dr. James Parkinson, a London physician who was the first to describe the syndrome in 1817. PD is a slowly progressive disease that affects a small area of cells in the mid brain known as the substantia nigra. Gradual degeneration of these cells causes a reduction in a vital chemical known as "dopamine." This decrease in dopamine is what causes the symptoms of the disease.
Recommendation Conventional Drug Use"...There is also evidence that the use of l-dopa medications may lead to a deficiency of B-vitamins, especially niacin and vitamin B-6..."
An organic brain disease caused by degeneration of or damage to the basal nerve cells of the brain, usually in elderly people and characterized by tremors, muscle rigidity and a shuffling walk. About a third of diagnosed patients progress to dementia after ten or more years if untreated. Symptoms are less severe with drug treatment. It is often covered by name in newer policies.
The Condition"...of this research is that one can lower one's risk of developing Parkinson's disease by reducing one's intake of animal fats and sugar, avoiding excessive exposure to metals such as aluminum, iron, manganese, mercury, cadmium and copper, and by ensuring an adequate intake of antioxidants..."
Recommendation TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine)"The compound 5-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), potentially produced through the demethylation of TMG, has been shown to improve Parkinson's disease..."
Degenerative disease of basal ganglia, especially substantia nigra. Symptoms include muscle rigidity, resting tremor and akinesia. L-dopa and dopamine agonists give some symptomatic relief.
A disease of part of the brain regulating muscle movement.
The Condition"...The loss of dopamine production affects the balance between dopamine and acetylcholine in the brain with the result that messages to the muscles become garbled..." Recommendation Conventional Drug Use"...Anticholinergenic drugs work by reducing the amount of acetylcholine produced in the brain and thereby redressing the imbalance between dopamine and acetylcholine..."
A progressive disease of the brain. Characterized by tremors and muscle stiffness.
The Condition"...Naproxen and other NSAIDs may also exacerbate Parkinson's disease..." Recommendation against NSAIDs"Naproxen and other NSAIDs may exacerbate Parkinson's disease..."
Recommendation Grape Seed Extract (Pycnogenol)" Flavonoids, and in particular the proanthocyanidins (grape seed and pine bark extracts) should also be excellent candidates as Parkinson's disease preventers and retarders..."
Recommendation Aspartame (Nutrasweet) Avoidance"Parkinson's disease can be triggered or worsened by ingesting aspartame according to researchers studying its possible adverse effects..."
Recommendation CoQ10 (Ubiquinone)"Other antioxidants such as coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone) and proanthocyanidins may be equally or more effective than vitamins C and E..."
Parkinson's disease (also known as Parkinson disease or PD) is a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system that often impairs the sufferer's motor skills and speech.