Parkinson's Disease
Explore AgingCare's resources about PD; a progressive disease of the nervous system that gradually decreases the amount of dopamine produced in the body, marked by tremors, muscle rigidity, and the inability to control motor skills. Find expert articles, personal blogs from Parkinson's caregivers and a peer-to-peer support group for coping with Parkinson's disease.
Parkinson's Disease Articles
What is Parkinson's Disease?
Parkinson's Disease causes tremors, trembling and impaired balance. Get information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for this progressive neurological disorder.
24 CommentsThe Stages of Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disease that causes both motor symptoms and non-motor symptoms. There are two main rating scales used to describe the stages of Parkinson’s and the symptoms to expect during each.
19 CommentsParkinson's Psychosis: A Little-Known Symptom of PD
Shakiness, unsteady gait and freezing are the hallmark symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, but half of those with PD also develop hallucinations, paranoid thinking and delusions.
4 CommentsHow Long Can a Person Live With Parkinson’s Disease?
For seniors with Parkinson’s disease, life expectancy can be difficult to gauge. Fortunately, outcomes have improved over the past decades thanks to medical advances in symptom management and the development of a comprehensive approach to patient care.
32 CommentsSimplifying Daily Care for Someone with Parkinson’s Disease
Use these tips for home modifications, assistive devices and activities of daily living to make Parkinson’s care at home safer and easier for patients and caregivers alike.
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Parkinson's Disease Questions
When can James start?
3 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Mar 27, 2024Parkinson’s, when he needs nursing home vs AL.
5 Answers97yroldmom Answered Mar 24, 2024Anyone have a loved one with an ankle inversion?
4 AnswersAHWilson Replied Mar 24, 202490 yr old uncle with advanced Parkinson's in assisted living can't remember how to press his call button to get aides.
3 Answerscxmoody Answered Mar 19, 2024
Parkinson's Disease Discussions
How do I deal with an ex sister-in-law who my brother is again living with, who will not discuss his condition with me (Parkinson’s)?
2 CommentsNeedHelpWithMom Commented Aug 2023Lets discuss early onset Parkinson’s symptons.
2 CommentsEvamar Commented Mar 2023Thank you!
3 CommentsMrA2772 Commented Aug 2022Delirium as Reaction to COVID Booster.
9 CommentsGardenArtist Commented Jun 2022
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