Parkinson's Syndrome is a disease that can affect everyone

In the regulation of all life processesthe body is constantly involved in the central nervous system, which includes both the head and the spinal cord. One of such processes is the ability to control one's own movements, which a person loses due to the development of Parkinson's syndrome, the symptoms of which can be detected by everyone. Trembling of the limbs and head, difficulties in voluntary movements become severe phenomena, which significantly worsen the quality of life of the patient.

general information

Parkinsonism is a syndrome that characterizesgradual defeat of the nervous system, which manifests itself in the form of a general decrease in motor activity, a decrease in the speed of movement, the appearance of tremors and an increase in muscle tone. One can single out the primary Parkinson's syndrome, which is considered idiopathic, a secondary syndrome (caused by medication, trauma, other diseases) and parkinsonism in various hereditary and degenerative diseases of the central nervous system.

Parkinsonism means any conditionpatient, in which there are neurological disorders characteristic of Parkinson's syndrome. It is believed that most often the disease begins to develop at the age of 50-60 years, but in some cases it can occur before reaching 40 years of age. Parkinson's syndrome with an early onset is called juvenile parkinsonism. If we talk about Parkinsonism in childhood and adolescence, then this phenomenon is called juvenile Parkinsonism Hunt, which is characterized by the classic symptoms of this disease and a fairly slow development. Parkinson's syndrome occurs both in women and men, regardless of social status or race, place of residence or income level.

This disease significantly reduces the qualitylife of patients. Disturbances in swallowing and chewing food cause a sharp weight loss, and the impossibility of independent movement leads to pressure sores and respiratory disorders that provoke a fatal outcome.

Causes of the syndrome

Modern science can not definitively answerto the question, what exactly becomes the cause of the development of such a disease as Parkinson's syndrome. Nevertheless, it is believed that the main factors contributing to the onset and rapid development of the disease are aging, adverse heredity, exposure to toxins and other poisonous substances, some viral infections and cerebrovascular diseases, craniocerebral trauma.

Manifestations and symptoms of the disease

Parkinson's syndrome refers to slowlydeveloping diseases, the bright manifestations of which can be seen only in the late stages of development. In total, there are 8 stages of brain damage, which are characterized by a special scale, from the stage of the absence of obvious symptoms to complete muscle dysfunction. Symptoms of Parkinson usually develop gradually, including stooping and muscle tone, difficult facial expressions, decreased limb movement speed, pain syndrome, trembling that disappears during movement, enuresis, depression, loss of control over posture and position in space.

What can be done for the patient?

Despite the fact that completely cure the syndromeParkinson's disease is impossible, with the timely diagnosis and early diagnosis for the patient, an individual supportive course is selected that can help maintain motor activity over the years. Treatment is carried out throughout the life of the patient, it significantly slows the rate of development of the disease and prevents the emergence of new symptoms. The diagnosis is made on the basis of general examination and clinical observations, quite often in the treatment of medications are used.