Tip 1: How to recognize Parkinson's disease
Tip 1: How to recognize Parkinson's disease
Parkinson's disease is characterized by the fact thatthe central nervous system is affected. This is manifested in the fact that the patient begins to move less, the movements become slow, the muscle tone rises and noticeable trembling of the limbs. Each of these symptoms individually or in combination suggests a possible Parkinson's disease.
Parkinsonism can be primary, secondary orhereditary. Most often the disease affects men and women who have crossed the 55-year mark. But in 10% of cases the first signs can appear and before reaching the age of 40. What is the cause of Parkinson's disease? First of all, this is the advanced age, heredity or negative influence of harmful toxic substances. Sometimes the disease provokes the previously transmitted viral diseases. Also, parkinsonism can develop with atherosclerosis of the brain vessels and due to craniocerebral trauma (single or often recurring). Parkinson's disease develops slowly, often asymptomatic, especially in the initial stages. Visible manifestations appear already in the late stages, when the disease progresses and its development is almost impossible to stop. To identify the presence of the disease, it is necessary to pay attention to some of the symptoms of parkinsonism: - stoop - frequent trembling of limbs when they are not involved in work or movement - mimic activity malignant, and sometimes completely absent - changes in speech - problems with body control that are noticeable during walking - chronic depression - dysfunction of the bladder - different in intensity of pain .Closing with this disease, people ask the question: is it possible to cure it? First of all, you need a thorough examination and consultation of a professional doctor. In any case, it is not necessary to lower hands and it is impossible to hope that Parkinson's disease will pass by itself. Only when taking medication and an integrated approach to treatment can we hope that the disease will not progress, and its symptoms can be alleviated.
Tip 2: How to treat Parkinson's disease
For the first time sufficiently reliably with a detailed analysis of all the symptoms of the disease Parkinson's described James Parkinson in his work "Essays on the trembling paralysis" in 1817. A bit later this disease was named after him.
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This is a very serious disease that affects the nervous system, is diseaseOld people. It is expressed in the slowness of arbitrary movements, bent posture, rigidity of muscles, trembling at rest, changing gait, impoverishment of mimicry. The reasons for the appearance of this disease in man are still unknown, but it is noticed that most often it appears with environmental (the influence of pesticides and herbicides) and genetic factors (transmitted by heredity).
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Cure disease Parkinson's today everything is still almost impossible. Treatment can be only symptomatic, with the help of medication, physiotherapy and physical therapy, as well as neurosurgical.
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Drug therapy is performed by a doctor,Selecting treatment for each patient individually. For treatment, dopamine receptor agonists are used. It is the lack of dopamine, which produces neurons that die with disease Parkinson's, and this serious illness is caused.
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In combination with drugsRecommended physical therapy, as well as physiotherapy and massage. The effectiveness of treatment in this case depends largely on your performance of all the recommended procedures and lifestyle. If you are actively engaged in sports before the illness, then it is better to continue these exercises, but the physical activities should be selected in accordance with your state. It is recommended to conduct classes under the supervision of the LFK methodologist, who will select the appropriate set of exercises for you. With a combination of drugs and exercise therapy disease Significantly reduces its development, and the patient's well-being improves.
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Neurosurgical operation is performed by a patient inIf another treatment is no longer effective. It does not replace the treatment of medications, they still have to apply to you, but already others prescribed by your doctor.
Tip 3: How to learn to recognize diseases and their causes
Treatment of diseases should be addressedqualified medical specialists. However, for any person, the skill of recognizing some basic diseases and their symptoms will be useful for the timely application of qualified help.
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Find out the normal blood pressure for yourself. To do this, measure it in a medical institution. The fact is that not all people have indicators that correspond to the classic figures of 120/80. For some, the norm may be slightly increased or decreased pressure. Knowing your indicators in a healthy state if you feel unwell, you, having measured the pressure, will be able to understand whether it corresponds to your norm. Severe abnormality can become a symptom of various heart and vascular diseases.
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Regularly conduct self-examination. A woman should regularly feel her breasts and the area of the lymph nodes under her armpits. Various seals or excessive soreness outside the period of menstruation can be a sign of tumors. In such a situation, it is advisable to consult a doctor and undergo a mammogram. Pay attention to the condition of moles. If any of them begins to change color or shape, bleed or itch, do not hesitate to go with this problem to the therapist.
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Keep an eye on the condition of the oral cavity. If during the cleaning of teeth gums begin to bleed, this may be a sign of periodontal disease. The dentist can specify the diagnosis.
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Weigh yourself regularly. A sharp, causeless set of kilograms can be a symptom of hormonal disorders and even diabetes. In this case, you can help the therapist by giving directions to the necessary blood test.
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Women should be careful aboutmonth cycle. Its irregularity, the loss of menstruation for a long period may be symptoms of a variety of problems, including fertility. The final diagnosis and treatment will be able to appoint a gynecologist.
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When getting injured, watch your condition. The appearance of a tumor, itching and severe pain can indicate a fracture. Be especially cautious in the situation with a head injury. Nausea, vomiting and dizziness may indicate a concussion in which hospitalization is necessary.
Tip 4: How is Parkinson's disease transmitted?
Parkinson's disease refers to the degenerativediseases of the nervous system. It is characterized by a gradual withering of dopamine-producing neurons (nerve cells) in the gray matter of the brain. This process leads to a tremor of limbs, uncoordinated movements, sluggishness, immobility and other negative consequences.
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Most often, Parkinson's disease begins inage from 55 to 70 years. In medical statistics, family cases of its development are distinguished with a clear hereditary transmission of the disease. Family history (information about patients and diseases) indicates a mutation of the gene. In general, the disease is transmitted by an autosomal dominant type of inheritance and is manifested in every generation. There is a possibility of autosomal recessive inheritance, in this case the disease appears after several generations.
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A number of factors that can influenceOn the development of Parkinson's disease. These include: natural aging processes, viral infections, cerebral artery atherosclerosis, prolonged stresses, craniocerebral trauma, complications of encephalitis, tumors, alcohol intake, narcotic substances, administration of neuroleptics containing reserpine. In men, Parkinson's disease develops more often than in women.
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Symptoms of the disease appear gradually, they are oftenAttributed to the aging process. The patient becomes a shaky walk, there is a loss of balance, muscle immobility, trembling of the hands. The motor activity of the body decreases, sweating and salivation increase. In some cases, there is insomnia, memory loss, instability of attention, mental disorders.
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One of the main symptoms of Parkinson's disease -bradykinesia (slowness in motion). It manifests itself in bounded and meager movements, inexpressive face, illegible handwriting, silent whisper and indistinct speech. Rigidity of the body is represented by a change in muscle tone, even passive movements are hard for a person. The third main sign of the disease is hand trembling, it is observed at rest and stops during movement or sleep. After a couple of years, walking disability progresses.
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Parkinson's disease is incurable, but there areMedicines to reduce its manifestations and improve the quality of life of the patient. Relaxes symptoms of the disease drug "Levodopa", its active substance is converted into the brain in the missing neurotransmitter dopamine. In order for the product to have a greater effect, a power adjustment is recommended. It is necessary to use the bulk of the daily protein norm in the evening, and also maintain a carbohydrate to protein ratio of 7: 1. When Parkinson's disease is also prescribed, "Deprinil", "Amantadine", anticholinergics, antihistamines.
