Parkinson's Disease Basics
This Series of Articles Provides Important Info on Parkinson's
Oct 31, 2007
Parkinson's disease involves an impairment in the body's ability to move. Movements might be slowed or completely halted (rigidity), but at the same time, patients with Parkinson's can experience tremors or shaking. The prime reason movement is affected is the body's lack of a chemical called dopamine, which is in charge of smooth muscle movements.
In the following articles, Parkinson's disease is discussed in depth. Topics such as symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment are presented. A popular drug, Levodopa, is discussed and analyzed. Parkinson's-plus syndromes are defined. Finally, an inspirational story about prize-fighter Muhammad Ali's fight against Parkinson's rounds out the mix.
How does Parkinson's occur? There is a lack of dopamine in the body, which generally happens later in life (after age 50.) How is the dopamine destroyed? Can it be replaced? Find out what section of the brain produces dopamine. What sorts of symptoms occur with Parkinson's? How is Parkinson's currently treated? Learn what famous actor has Parkinson's and is under 50....
Parkinson's Disease and Coping
How does one cope with a debilitating, chronic illness? The secret to success lies in knowledge about the illness and effective communication and support from loved ones. Find out ways to research this disease to know all its ins and outs. It's also imperative to have an open line of communication with loved ones in order to have needs met. Learn how to interact with family and find support systems to make the journey with Parkinson's a bit easier.
Levodopa/Carbidopa for Parkinson's
This drug combination is the current leading treatment for Parkinson's disease. How do these drugs regulate dopamine levels in the brain? What does each drug do? Find out the popular brand name for this drug combination. Together, levodopa and carbidopa give people with Parkinson's more dopamine, thereby raising their quality of life. Find out how.....
There are a number of Parkinson-like illnesses that have further complications. This group of illnesses also involve other body systems in addition to the nervous system, and they tend to be even more aggressive than Parkinson's. Find out which Parkinson's-plus illnesses can cause eventual dementia and which do not respond to traditional Parkinson's treatments.
Prize-winning fighter Muhammad Ali currently battles Parkinson's. Is his life merely about this disease? No way! Read about his early life, his transition into professional boxing, his religious convictions, and his more recent activities since being diagnosed. Parkinson's has stripped Ali of his physical prowess, but it has not claimed his intellect or his dignity.
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