Parkinson's Disease

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Reviewed February 2009

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Title:   Parkinson's disease and constipation
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Constipation is a common complication of Parkinson's disease. Nerve degeneration can slow bowel muscles. Incontinence can be managed with medical treatment, extra fibre in the diet, drinking extra fluids and lifestyle changes.
Date:   Apr 2009

Title:   Parkinson's disease
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Parkinson's disease affects one in 100 people over the age of 60. Symptoms range from tremor, rigidity and slow movements to lethargy, masked face and sleep disturbance. Although the cause is unknown, treatments include medication, surgery and multidisciplinary therapy.
Date:   Apr 2009

Title:   Parkinson's disease - treatment
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Parkinson's disease is currently an incurable condition, but symptoms can be treated with a range of medications. Support is the best form of management, when used in conjunction with medication. Neurosurgery to alleviate symptoms is also an option for some people.
Date:   Apr 2009

Title:   Parkinson's disease
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Stages of Parkinsons disease symptom treatment, cause of parkinsons disease with information on parkinsons disease
Date:   Mar 2009

Title:   Parkinson's disease late onset
Publisher:   RealTime Health Pty. Ltd.
Description:   Online videos and DVD's of the personal stories and patient experiences of people with late onset Parkinson's disease.
Date:   Feb 2009

Title:   Parkinson's disease early onset
Publisher:   RealTime Health Pty. Ltd.
Description:   Online videos and DVD's of the personal stories and patient experiences of people with early onset Parkinson's disease.
Date:   Feb 2009

Title:   Parkinson's disease and sexual issues
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Parkinson's disease can affect a person's sexuality through loss of neurological control of body movements or medication side effects. A person may experience reduced sexual feeling and function or an increase in desire (hypersexuality). Communication and professional counselling or medical treatment can help.
Date:   Jan 2009

Title:   Parkinson's disease and going to hospital
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A person with Parkinson's disease who is going into hospital may worry about managing their condition throughout their stay. There are practical things you can do to prepare for a pre-planned or elective hospital admission.
Date:   Jan 2009

Title:   Parkinson's disease: Q & A - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Find out all you need to know about Parkinson's disease, which causes disturbances in initiating, controlling and co-ordinating movement.
Date:   Jan 2009

Title:   Parkinson's disease and exercise
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Regular exercise can improve some of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, such as tremor, rigidity, slowness and impaired movement. Consult with your doctor, physiotherapist or health care professional when devising an exercise program.
Date:   Sep 2008

Title:   Understanding Parkinson's
Publisher:   Brainlink Foundation
Description:   This fact sheet explains what Parkinson's is, who develops it and what we know about its cause. It describes diagnosis, symptoms, effects of the condition over time, treatments and therapies.
Date:   Sep 2007

Title:   Carers of People with Parkinson's Disease
Publisher:   HealthInsite Topic Page
Description:   Links to information for people who take care of people with Parkinson's Disease.
Date:   Dec 2005

Title:   Parkinson's disease: managing problems as it advances - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Read about some of the common problems that can occur as Parkinson's disease progresses.
Date:   Jul 2002

Title:   Parkinson's disease: forming partnerships - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   A vital part of managing Parkinson`s disease involves good communication between the affected person, carers, and professionals.
Date:   Jul 2002

Title:   Parkinson's disease: tips for mobility - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Read about some mobility tips which have helped people with Parkinson`s disease.
Date:   Jul 2002

Title:   Parkinson's disease: dopaminergic therapy - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Because Parkinson`s disease has been linked to a lack of dopamine, a neurotransmitter, much drug treatment has focused on dopamine replacement.
Date:   Jul 2002

Title:   Symptoms of Parkinson's disease - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Although tremor and rigidity are the major symptoms we associate with Parkinson`s disease, there are a variety of other symptoms.
Date:   Jul 2002

Title:   Parkinson's disease: depression, personality and anxiety - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Anxiety and depression are both common in people with Parkinson`s disease, but doctors do not have any clear answers as to why.
Date:   Jul 2002

Title:   Parkinson's disease patterns - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Here are some facts and figures about the patterns of occurrence of Parkinson`s disease.
Date:   Jul 2002

Title:   Parkinson's disease and conductive education - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Conductive education is based on the idea that motor disorders are a form of learning difficulty.
Date:   Jul 2002
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