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What is deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's Disease?
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a controversial treatment used for neurological disorders that do not respond to medication.
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An Overview of Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's Disease causes tremors, trembling and impaired balance. Get information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for this progressive neurological disorder.
Facts about Parkinson's Disease »
What is "time off" and "wearing off" in Parkinson's disease?
"Off-Time" for a Parkinson's Disease is a period of the day when medication isn't working well or "wearing off", and "on-time" are periods where PD symptoms are controlled.
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How can someone with Parkinson's control the shaking?
Tremors and shakes are very common complaints related to Parkinson's disease. Treatment is often challening, since tremors may not respond optimally to various medications. Read the full answer.
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How long can someone live with Parkinson's disease?
On average, patients live between 10 to 20 years after diagnosis -- however you must consider the person's current age, as well. Read the doctor's full answer.
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Is surgery beneficial for people with Parkinson’s disease?
There are two main surgical approaches to the management of Parkinson's disease: brain lesioning surgery and deep brain stimulation. Read the Doctor's full answer.
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What causes the movement problems associated with Parkinson’s disease?
A certain area of the brain slowly degenerates, leading to a lack of dopamine, which can result in Parkinson's disease. Read the doctor's full answer.
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Dealing with the Daily Challenges of Parkinson's Disease
Here are some tips for adapting the home environment to help a person with Parkinson's disease be more mobile and safer.
Caring for someone with Parkinson's »
The Stages of Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's is a progressive disease, and symptoms worsen over time. This commonly used system describes the stages of Parkinson's and what symptoms to expect during each phase.
The 5 stages of Parkinson's »
Parkinson's Disease: What It Does to the Elderly's Body
What goes wrong in the body that cause the neurological breakdown associated with Parkinson's Disease?
How Parkinson's affects the body »
Other Diseases That Resemble Parkinson's
The uncontrollable shaking and tremors associated with Parkinson's disease are also present in several other senior health conditions.
Parkinson's-like health problems »
Research Attempts to Eradicate Parkinson's Disease
Major studies and clinical trials are underway to find better treatments, or even a cure for Parkinson's disease.
Parkinson's disease research »

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