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Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorder Care in Delhi
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive condition that affects movement. It develops when brain cells that make dopamine are gradually lost. With the right treatment, many people stay active and independent for years.
Common signs
- Tremor, often at rest, usually starting on one side
- Slowness of movement
- Stiffness of the arms or legs
- Small handwriting and soft voice
- Reduced facial expression
- Balance problems, shuffling walk
- Constipation, loss of smell, sleep disturbance and mood change
How we diagnose
Parkinson’s is mainly diagnosed by a careful history and examination. Tests such as MRI may be used to rule out other causes. Other movement disorders can look similar, so a specialist assessment matters.
Treatment
- Medicines to replace or mimic dopamine, adjusted over time
- Treatment of non-motor symptoms such as sleep, mood, constipation and low blood pressure
- Physiotherapy, exercise, speech and swallowing therapy
- Evaluation for advanced options, such as deep brain stimulation, for suitable patients
- Regular follow-up to adjust treatment as the condition changes
Other movement disorders we see
Essential tremor, dystonia, restless legs syndrome and atypical parkinsonian conditions.
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