Parkinson’s disease
Dr. Natthaphong Wongwiwat, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services The Ministry of Public Health said Parkinson’s disease (Parkinson’s disease) is a brain disease caused by brain cells in certain locations causing death without clear cause. Therefore causing a neurotransmitter in the brain called “Dopamine” (Dopamine), which controls body movement, has died and decreased in number. This causes the patient’s body to tremble, tense limbs, and slow body movements. and lose balance These symptoms are gradual and slowly increase in intensity. And currently there is no way to cure this disease completely.
Dr. Jinda Rojanamethin, Director of Rajavithi Hospital, Department of Medical Services, Ministry of Public Health, said that normally this disease has very pronounced symptoms. or slightly different Depends on many factors. The symptoms are as follows: trembling, slow movement stiff muscles poor balance The voice became softer and quieter. An expressionless face, hunched back, slumped body, decreased sense of smell, constipation, yelling, or violent limb movement while sleeping. Write smaller letters, etc.
Dr. Phimonpan Liankruea, an expert physician Neurology The Internal Medicine Group at Rajavithi Hospital said that Parkinson’s disease can be treated by taking medicine. To increase the amount of the chemical dopamine to meet the body’s needs. The doctor will consider giving medicine according to the patient’s symptoms. physical therapy so that the patient can move correctly Whether it’s walking, sitting, and balancing, patients will be able to live their daily lives more normally. Surgery is appropriate for patients who have an inconsistent response to medication. or have complications from taking medicine The surgery involves implanting electrodes to stimulate the brain, called deep brain stimulation surgery. If you find that someone in your family has symptoms that appear to be suffering from this disease, they should immediately take them to see a doctor to receive treatment and prevent harm to the patient.
2023-09-19 02:59:51
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