WORLD PARKINSON’S DAY – April 11

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WORLD PARKINSON’S DAY
Every year on April 11th, World Parkinson’s Day raises awareness for this progressive nervous system disorder. It’s also a day to help the general public understand the reality of this disease for those who have it.

According to recent statistics from the Parkinson’s Foundation, over 10 million people in the world have this disease. This neurodegenerative disorder occurs when neurons in the brain break down or die. When these nerve cells die, it reduces dopamine levels in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that sends messages from one nerve cell to another. Low dopamine levels cause abnormal brain activity, which results in impaired movement. This is why tremors are usually the first symptom of Parkinson’s disease.
Other early symptoms of this disease include:
Changes in handwriting
Loss of smell
Trouble sleeping
Stiffness in arms or legs
Constipation
Soft or hoarse voice
Dizziness
Hunched over posture
Just because someone has one of these symptoms doesn’t automatically mean they have Parkinson’s disease. However, if someone has more than one of these symptoms, they may want to see their doctor. When the disease progresses, it can cause dementia, depression, and limited mobility.

Parkinson’s Disease is a progressive condition for which there is no cure. However, there are treatment options that can help to manage the symptoms. Medication is often prescribed to help treat certain symptoms of this disease. Some patients might also undergo a surgical procedure called deep brain stimulation (DBS). During this procedure, electrodes are implanted into the brain. These electrodes send electrical impulses to the brain which can help reduce symptoms.
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