Parkinson's disease Parkinson's disease is caused by a loss of nerve cells responsible for producing dopamine, leading to a reduction in dopamine, and then movement disorder.
Treatment guidelines
There is no cure for Parkinson's disease and no way to deter its progression. Treatments generally include the following.
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Medication with drugs acting like dopamine
Deep brain stimulation surgery
Prevention
There’s no proven ways to prevent Parkinson’s disease but exercising regularly and maintaining a healthy diet may reduce the risk. Once diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, in addition to get medical treatment, exercises are recommended to slow down progression. These include balance training, strength training, aerobic exercise, and functional activities.
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