17 Questions
What type of environmental toxins can lead to toxic parkinsonism?
Pesticides and industrial chemicals
What is a common occupation associated with toxic parkinsonism due to exposure to manganese?
Miners
Name three types of drugs that can cause drug-induced parkinsonism.
Neuroleptic drugs, Antidepressant drugs, Antihypertensive drugs
What is a distinguishing feature of resting tremor in Parkinson's disease?
Asymmetric
What term is used to describe the sensation of rigidity in Parkinson's disease where there is a characteristic intermittent resistance to movement?
'Cogwheel' sensation
What is the characteristic of rigidity in Parkinson's disease that differentiates it from spasticity?
Constant despite velocity of movement
What are some identifiable causes of Secondary parkinsonism?
Virus, toxins, drugs, tumors
Which environmental toxins and industrial chemicals can cause Toxic parkinsonism?
Pesticides, carbon monoxide, carbon disulfide, cyanide, manganese, MPTP
Name three types of drugs that can induce parkinsonism?
Neuroleptic drugs, antidepressant drugs, antihypertensive drugs
What percentage of Parkinson's Disease cases are considered idiopathic?
78%
What are some common symptoms associated with secondary Parkinsonism?
Problems with attention, multitasking, and spontaneous recall
Which genes are associated with the genetic form of Parkinson's Disease?
PARK1, PINK1, LRRK2, DJ-1, glucocerebrosidase
What is the surgical procedure used for symptomatic treatment of dopa-responsive symptoms in Parkinson's disease?
Deep brain stimulation (DBS)
What kind of exercise can be beneficial for individuals with Parkinson's disease?
Tai chi, Treadmill walking, Resistance training, Bicycling
Name a medication commonly used to treat medication-induced psychosis in Parkinson's disease.
Quetiapine
What therapy approach can be used to improve gait and balance impairment in Parkinson's disease?
Lee Silverman Voice Treatment Big (LSVT BIG)
What group of symptoms characterizes dementia in the context of Alzheimer's disease?
Executive cognitive dysfunction, memory impairment, mood, personality, and behavioral changes
Explore the risk factors for the development of Parkinson's disease, including toxic parkinsonism due to exposure to environmental toxins like pesticides and industrial chemicals. Learn about drug-induced parkinsonism and the medications that can interfere with dopaminergic mechanisms.
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