Parkinsonism - secondary
Treatment is aimed at controlling symptoms. If the symptoms are mild, no treatment may be needed.
If the condition is caused by a medication, the benefits of the medication should be weighed against the severity of symptoms. Medications should be stopped or changed if the risks outweigh the benefits.
Treating underlying conditions such as stroke or infections can reduce symptoms.
Medications may be used if symptoms...
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Lifestyle treatment of narcolepsy includes taking three or more scheduled sleep-times/naps throughout the day. Patients should also avoid heavy meals... Read more »
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Other MedicationsMonoamine Oxidase B (MAO-B) InhibitorsSelegiline (Eldepryl, Movergan, Zelepar), also known as deprenyl, is an antioxidant drug that... Read more »
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Paralysis agitans; Shaking palsyTreatmentThere is no known cure for Parkinson's disease. The goal of treatment is to control symptoms.Medications... Read more »
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Parkinson's Disease
Goals of Treatment for Parkinson's DiseaseTreatment for Parkinson's disease is highly individualized. The goal of therapy is to reduce symptoms and... Read more »