The causes of Parkinson's disease, four typical symptoms, and a friend's battle story are introduced.

Let's explore the causes and symptoms of Parkinson's disease, and share the treatment process and various symptoms that appear afterward by discussing a friend's treatment journey.

 

Causes of Parkinson's disease

The exact cause of Parkinson's disease has not yet been identified.

In some cases of Parkinson's disease, a family history is observed, and in such patients, genetic abnormalities are also found, so family history is considered one of the causes.

 

However, most cases of Parkinson's disease are believed to be caused by environmental factors or toxins resulting from drug intake, regardless of family history.

 

Additionally, old age and stress are also considered causes of Parkinson's disease.

 

Symptoms of Parkinson's disease

1. Trembling at rest ㅡ
2. In the case of Parkinson's disease, it is often observed that tremors occur when trying to pick up an object while keeping the hands still.
3. If you frequently drop or spill when holding a water cup or taking medication, it may be a sign of Parkinson's disease.

 

2. Rigidity

In cases of Parkinson's disease, when observing walking, it is often seen that the arms hardly move or that the shoulders are stiff and hunched.

There are many cases where you cannot straighten your back easily, and once it starts to stiffen, not only the muscles but also the joints can become rigid, causing pain. Therefore, if you notice symptoms of shoulder slumping, you should undergo Parkinson's disease testing promptly.

 

3. Facial muscle rigidity

In the case of Parkinson's disease, there is often a gradual loss of facial muscle rigidity, leading to a disappearance of facial expressions. If this stage involves the loss of facial expressions, it is considered highly likely to be Parkinson's disease.

In the case of Parkinson's disease, it is common for patients to have difficulty smiling or moving their eyebrows, and muscle tissues become stiff and rigid, leading to issues such as vocal cord stiffness. Therefore, careful observation and attention are required.

 

4. Postural instability

In the case of balance disorders, it is said to be a symptom that mainly appears in the later stages of Parkinson's disease, but it is also sometimes observed in the early stages due to dizziness.

It is said that a characteristic of Parkinson's disease is the high resistance in muscle movements to maintain balance.

Therefore, in the case of Parkinson's disease, caution is necessary due to the frequent risk of falls.

 

 

Getting older is often associated with having fewer things to do, but as I age, I become more interested in my health.

At the same time, I became interested in the health of those around me.

These days, even as they age, most elderly people live either as couples or alone.

My acquaintance is also an elderly man, and he has been living alone.

Still, she was lively and well, frequently visiting acquaintances and community centers, but one day her behavior became sluggish and she occasionally experienced dizziness and difficulty.

Eventually, she collapsed after coming out of the bathroom, and four of her ribs were fractured.

 

It was simply dismissed as symptoms due to aging, but apparently a series of various mistakes followed.

Additionally, during the conversation, I drooled excessively, and due to the encouragement of those around me, I ended up going to the hospital.

 

Ultimately, I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease by the neurosurgery department, but they said there is no other way besides medication.

They are taking medication for Parkinson's disease, but the symptoms persist, and currently, they are undergoing dementia testing.

It is said that there are cases where conflicts with neighbors occur due to memory loss, such as forgetting dates or days of the week, along with hallucinations and delusional symptoms.

 

Because household items go missing and disputes arise over reasons like neighbors taking them, relationships with neighbors become strained. The person also experiences abnormal symptoms due to Parkinson's disease and develops depression, leading to an increase in medication intake, which they are worried about.

Although everyone experiences age-related diseases as they grow older, I believe that in the case of Parkinson's disease, maintaining a healthy diet and regular exercise can help reduce the risk to some extent.

I think I should continue with abstinence from alcohol and smoking, as well as moderate exercise, to reduce the risk of Parkinson's disease.