NEUROLOGY
PARKINSON S DISEASE
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Question
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Which of the following best characterises Parkinson’s disease?
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deterioration in the myelin sheath
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memory loss
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deterioration of dopamine-releasing neurons
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immune system breakdown
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that causes unintended or uncontrollable movements, such as shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. Symptoms usually begin gradually and worsen over time. As the disease progresses, people may have difficulty walking and talking.
Detailed explanation-2: -The degeneration of the dopaminergic neurons in the brain is thought to play a key role in the development of Parkinson’s disease.
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