Parkinson's Flashcards
1
Q
wHAT IS IT?`
A
Neurological and movement disorder
2
Q
How is it caused?
A
When the neurons and cells that make dopamine die
3
Q
Signs and symptoms
A
Tremors, muscle ridgity, fatigue, sleep disorders, handwriting changes, memory loss, sensory dysfunctions
4
Q
Treatments/cure
A
No cure
Medication and daily exercise
Anti-depressant, dopamine promoters
5
Q
Preventative actions
A
Don’t drink too much coffee or use some spray on deoderants that contain harmful metals
6
Q
Susceptible groups
A
Men 1.5x likely than women
60-65
Onset 50-55
7
Q
Effects everyday
A
Daily medication
Daily exercise
Regular checkups
8
Q
Impact
A
No cure
Hard to diagnose
Can cause drug addiction
Heavily impacts dimensions of health
