Shaking of hands, trembling of legs, slow movements of expression Speak quietly, barely audible. Symptoms that many people do not pay attention to if they occur in the elderly Because I understand that it is a common symptom that can occur in the elderly. But did you know that such symptoms can be a sign of “Parkinson’s disease“ that if it is not treated properly Risk of becoming bedridden!
“know “Parkinson’s disease“
Parkinson’s disease A disease caused by the deterioration of the nervous system and brain Especially in the production of dopamine compounds. Substances that help regulate movement and maintain normal balance. when the nervous system and brain deteriorate Dopamine production is reduced. Until there is a movement disorder such as hand tremors, slow movements or difficulty balancing
symptoms of “Parkinson’s disease“
Parkinson’s disease is usually not as acute as other brain diseases, and the symptoms will manifest. It will be more or less different for each person as follows
- Shaking hands, trembling legs at rest, when someone greets you, they stop shaking.
- slow movement
- Walk slowly, take short steps, lean forward, don’t swing your arms.
- easy to fall
- indifferent face
- speak quietly, speak quickly
treatment “Parkinson’s disease“
- take medicine Balancing dopamine in the brain is often effective, especially in early treatment.
- physical therapy to restore the body’s performance
- perform an operation in drug-resistant people with deep brain stimulation (DBS) implantation.
Parkinson’s disease is a serious disease that often occurs in the elderly and if not treated properly will be at risk of disability Or becoming bedridden, so observing the abnormal symptoms of the elderly is very important. and if abnormal behavior is detected You should see a doctor for early detection, diagnosis, and timely treatment!
Phimonphan Wisessarakul, specialist in neurology and neurology of the World Medical Hospital
