MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

PARKINSON S DISEASE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is not a symptom of Parkinson’s Disease?
A
Loss of Balance
B
Tremor
C
A rash on the upper torso
D
Muscle rigidity
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Tremor in hands, arms, legs, jaw, or head. Muscle stiffness, where muscle remains contracted for a long time. Slowness of movement. Impaired balance and coordination, sometimes leading to falls. 30-Mar-2023

Detailed explanation-2: -Slowed movements (bradykinesia). A Parkinson’s disease diagnosis requires that you have this symptom. Tremor while muscles are at rest. Rigidity or stiffness. Unstable posture or walking gait. 15-Apr-2022

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