Parkinson’s disease or disorder is a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system. In the United States, an estimated 60,000 new cases of Parkinson’s disease (PD) are diagnosed each year. The incidence of PD is higher in men than in women and increases with age. It is estimated that one million people in the United States live with PD.
The average age of onset in this case is 60 years, although 5–10% of cases are diagnosed before the age of 50, and some very rare cases have been diagnosed in children. The prevalence of PD doubles every 5 to 10 years above the age 55.
There are several possible causes of PD, but the underlying cause is unknown in most cases. A small percentage of cases (<5%) are caused by genetic mutations, and environmental factors may play a role in other cases. It can significantly reduce quality of life and lead to disability. There is no cure, but there are treatments that can help relieve symptoms and improve quality of life.
1Top Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease often impairs the sufferer’s motor skills, speech, and other functions. The most common symptoms include;
Tremors
Parkinson’s disease is a chronic and progressive neurological disorder that affects the motor system. The most common symptoms of Parkinson’s disease are tremors. It usually begins as a slight shaky movement in one hand and progresses to the other hand, arm, leg, and trunk. It may be worse when the affected body part is at rest or when the person is under stress.
The most common type of tremor is a resting tremor, which usually occurs in the hand when it is at rest. This type of tremor may be mild at first and may not interfere with daily activities. However, as the disease progresses, the tremor may become more severe and affect a person’s ability to perform activities of daily living.
