MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

PARKINSON S DISEASE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is a symptom of Parkinson’s disease
A
Fast speaking
B
Hyper-activity
C
Bradykinesia (slow movement)
D
Good sense of odour
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Your hand may tremble when it’s at rest. The shaking may decrease when you are performing tasks. Slowed movement (bradykinesia). Over time, Parkinson’s disease may slow your movement, making simple tasks difficult and time-consuming.

Detailed explanation-2: -Slowness of movement is one of the main symptoms of Parkinson’s, alongside tremor and rigidity (stiffness). The medical term for slowness of movement is bradykinesia.

Detailed explanation-3: -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.

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