Parkinson’s disease is a chronic disorder of the central nervous system which results in involuntary movements of the body. The disease predominantly affects the central nervous system which includes the brain, myelination region and spinal cord. The myelination region is involved in controlling muscle movement, muscles and limb movement. Parkinson’s symptoms develop gradually with loss of dopamine from the nerve cells that are responsible for muscle movement.
There are various methods which can be used to treat Parkinson’s symptoms. One of the methods that has been used since 1960 is L-dopa therapy, which uses lecithin oil to help control brain inflammation which is a cause of Parkinson’s. Also, L-dopa can increase levels of dopamine in the brain which will prevent further loss of dopamine due to inflammation. Another method of treating Parkinson’s involves the use of levodopa or levodopa hydrochloride. This medication is taken in a liquid or tablet form and is administered orally.
Some medications can also help control Parkinson’s symptoms. However, before these medications can be used, a doctor needs to determine that your condition is Parkinson’s disease and not Alzheimer’s or another condition. Some medications which can be used for treating Parkinson’s include levodopa, L-dopa, Ginkgo biloba, antidepressants and beta blockers.
In addition, medicines can also be given to treat symptoms of Parkinson’s disease in cases where the disease progresses without any changes in diet or lifestyle. Some medications which can be used to treat the disease include methotrexate, ataxia toxin resistance drugs, anti-cholinergic drugs, neuroleptic drugs and medications used to treat serotonin depletion. The use of anticholinergic agents like clonidine can also ease tremors caused by Parkinson’s disease. Treatment of depression can also ease symptoms of Parkinson’s.
Another way Parkinson’s symptoms can be treated is through therapy. Therapy often involves identifying the cause of the tremor, addressing the problem and then attempting to control it. However, the therapy may not be effective in all cases. Treatment for early symptoms may be possible through diet and exercise, while more complex cases may require medication.
Diet and Exercise: Eating a healthy diet can help address the problem of Parkinson’s disease by helping maintain the brain’s fluid levels. The brain needs plenty of fluid to operate smoothly. Also, exercise helps improve one side of the brain that controls motor function. This helps compensate for the loss of fluid due to tremors caused by the disease. Combining a diet rich in fruits and vegetables with regular exercise can help slow Parkinson’s symptoms in some people.
Lifestyle Changes: Making changes in your lifestyle can also help reduce Parkinson’s symptoms. One of the biggest changes is avoiding alcohol and quitting smoking. These chemicals have been shown to trigger dopamine production, which can promote non-motor functions such as tremor.
Medication: Some medications have been found to ease tremor, which can be particularly helpful if the symptoms are located in the basal ganglia (the part of the brain that controls muscle movement). Examples of these medications are gabapentin, which act as a type of anti-tremor drug, and varenicline, which have similar effects on the brain as does nicotine. However, medication can only control Parkinson’s disease; it can not reverse it.
Diet and Exercise: It should be noted that Parkinson’s symptoms are not solely caused by dopamine. There are many other factors that can contribute to the disease. Therefore, treating Parkinson’s symptoms will involve making changes in both diet and exercise. A proper diet should consist of a balance of fatty, nutritious foods and minimize saturated fats; avoid refined sugars; increase dietary fiber; and avoid stimulants such as coffee, tobacco and alcohol. Regular exercise should include activities that use large muscles such as jogging or climbing.
Lifestyle Changes: Although medication can help ease Parkinson’s symptoms, they cannot cure the disease. Other treatments may reduce the effect of Parkinson’s and thus can lessen the need for daily medications. Eating a healthy diet and exercising may reduce your risk for obesity, diabetes and other health problems. The condition may increase the risk of developing hypertension and related conditions, so it’s important to manage your blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Counseling: Therapies aimed at improving your skills as well as communicating with others who have the disease can also help ease the symptoms. However, there is no known cure for Parkinson’s, so you should not expect to feel better overnight. A lot of time and effort is required before the effects of the disease become noticeable. Counseling can be used to address communication and behavioral difficulties that you face, as well as issues that may help prevent Parkinson’s. This may help prevent Parkinson’s from developing into a more serious condition.
Medication: Certain medications may help ease Parkinson’s symptoms and allow you to live a relatively normal life. However, these medications cannot cure the disease, and will only mask its effects. Because of this, it is important that you visit your doctor regularly and learn to manage your disease using coping strategies and other techniques. Your doctor may also recommend that you see a therapist to help treat your depression and anxiety as the disease progresses.
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