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Parkinson's disease, dangerous tremors from degeneration of the nervous system

 What is Parkinson's?

   It is a disease caused by having a neurotransmitter called dopamine in nerve cells that is less than normal in people. Resulting in abnormal movements, which are more common in the elderly but can also be found in middle-aged people.




  The exact cause of Parkinson's disease is currently unknown. It is assumed that this is caused by a combination of factors including:

- Genetic factors: Having a family history of Parkinson's disease.

- Environmental factors: Exposure to toxins or chemicals such as heavy metals such as manganese and copper through contact, eating, inhalation, living in industrial areas, brain injuries.

Obvious symptoms of Parkinson's patients

Divided into 2 groups

1. Symptoms related to movement include:

- Shake

– Tense

– Move slowly

– Easy to fall

– Hunchback

– Difficulty walking

2. Symptoms not related to movement

Constipation

- Nose can't smell

– Sleepwalking

Depressed

- Deteriorated memory




Caring for Parkinson's Patients

-People around you should help the patient with body management. Prevents joint adhesions such as hanging, walking with long steps, and elevating the feet.

-Introduce eye exercises by moving your eyes back and forth by watching interactive sports such as tennis, ping pong, etc.

-In the early stages, if the patient is still able to do various activities such as cycling. It may be possible for the patient to do such activities.

-Be careful of accidents, problems with swallowing, speaking.

-Patients should eat foods containing fiber to prevent constipation.

-Caregivers must always understand the patient and take care of their mental state. This is because some patients may have problems with insomnia, anxiety, or depression.




   Parkinson's disease is a degenerative disease of the nervous system and brain that causes the patient's symptoms to slowly worsen. Early diagnosis and receive correct and appropriate treatment. It will help patients have a good quality of life for a longer period of time. If any of the above abnormal symptoms are found together, you should immediately consult a doctor.


Resources

https://www.nakornthon.com/

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