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(also referred to as...) Juvenile Parkinsonism, Paralysis Agitans, PD, Postencephalitic Parkinsonism,
Primary Parkinson's Disease, Secondary Parkinsonism, Shaking Palsy
Description Parkinson's disease is a progressively debilitating central nervous system (CNS) disorder that affects approximately 1 out of 100 people over sixty five years of age. Approximately 80,000 Canadians have Parkinson's disease and it is the fourth most common neurodegenerative disease of the elderly. Parkinson's usually begins to develop after forty years of age. Though it is a chronic, progressive disorder that increasingly hinders motor function, Parkinson's can be controlled and the life expectancy of most people with the disease commonly matches the statistical norm. Currently, there is no cure for Parkinson's disease. However, a number of preventative measures can be taken in addition to Western/Allopathic forms of treatment.
Juvenile Parkinsonism Parkinson's disease can begin in childhood or adolescence and, in this case, is referred to as Juvenile Parkinsonism.
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