MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

PARKINSON S DISEASE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT a motor symptom of Parkinson’s Disease
A
Postural instability
B
loss of sense of smell
C
muscle rigidity
D
resting tremors
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Non-motor symptoms that might be early warning signs include: Autonomic nervous system symptoms. These include lightheadedness on standing up (orthostatic hypotension) and constipation. Loss of sense of smell (anosmia).

Detailed explanation-2: -Parkinson’s disease (PD) is generally thought of as a disease that only involves movement. In addition to movement (or motor) symptoms such as slowness of movement, tremor, stiffness and balance issues, most people develop other health problems related to Parkinson’s.

Detailed explanation-3: -Tremor. Rigidity (stiffness) Slowness of movement. Falls and dizziness. Freezing. Muscle cramps and dystonia.

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