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Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month: Learn the ABCs of Parkinson's
What is Parkinson's Disease?
Let's understand the disease that affects 10 million people worldwide, along with its symptoms, causes and treatments.
Parkinson's Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects predominately the dopamine-producing (“dopaminergic”) neurons in a specific area of the brain called substantia nigra. Symptoms generally develop slowly over years and the cause remains largely unknown. Scientists believe a combination of genetic and environmental factors are the cause. Although there is no cure, treatment options vary and include medications, lifestyle adjustments and surgery.
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