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   How is Parkinson's treated?

   • The treatment of Parkinson’s is often best served via a team approach, with you – the person with PD – at the center and incorporation of your care partner, healthcare provider, therapists and other healthcare providers who treat specific symptoms of Parkinson’s. Exercise can improve many PD symptoms.

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   Can Parkinson's be cured?

   • At present, no cure for the disease is known, but medications or surgery can provide relief from the symptoms. While many medications treat Parkinson's, none actually reverses the effects of the disease. Furthermore, the gold-standard treatment varies with the disease state.

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   Are there medications for Parkinson's?

   • There are many medications available to treat the various symptoms of Parkinson’s, although none yet that effectively slow or stop the underlying disease. It is common for people with Parkinson’s to take a variety of medications — many at different doses and at different times of day — to manage symptoms.

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   What is Parkinson's disease (PD)?

   • Parkinson's disease ( PD ), or simply Parkinson's, is a long-term neurodegenerative disease of mainly the central nervous system that affects both the motor system and non-motor systems. The symptoms usually emerge slowly, and as the disease progresses, non-motor symptoms become more common.

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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Parkinson's_diseaseParkinson's disease - Wikipedia

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   Initial treatment typically includes L-DOPA, MAO-B inhibitors, or dopamine agonists. As the disease progresses, these medications become less effective and produce a side effect marked by involuntary muscle movements. Diet and certain forms of rehabilitation have shown some effectiveness at improving symptoms.

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3. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › parkinsonParkinson's disease - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic

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   Apr 5, 2024 · A diagnosis of Parkinson's is based on your medical history, a review of your symptoms, and a neurological and physical exam. A member of your health care team may suggest a specific single-photon emission computerized tomography (SPECT) scan called a dopamine transporter (DAT) scan.

4. www.parkinson.org › living-with-parkinsons › treatmentTreatment | Parkinson's Foundation

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   The treatment of Parkinson’s is often best served via a team approach, with you – the person with PD – at the center and incorporation of your care partner, healthcare provider, therapists and other healthcare providers who treat specific symptoms of Parkinson’s.

5. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › parkinsonsParkinson's disease - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Apr 5, 2024 · Symptoms & causes. Diagnosis & treatment. Doctors & departments. Care at Mayo Clinic. Overview. Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder that affects the nervous system and the parts of the body controlled by the nerves. Symptoms start slowly. The first symptom may be a barely noticeable tremor in just one hand.

6. www.parkinson.org › fact-sheets › about-parkinsonsAbout Parkinson's Disease | Parkinson's Foundation

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   Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that causes a gradual loss of brain cells that produce dopamine, a chemical necessary for movement. As dopamine decreases over time, movement becomes more difficult for people with PD.