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What are the main motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease collectively known as?
What are the main motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease collectively known as?
- Dystonia
- Parkinsonism (correct)
- Encephalopathy
- Neurosis
What region of the brain experiences nerve cell death in Parkinson's disease?
What region of the brain experiences nerve cell death in Parkinson's disease?
- Cerebellum
- Amygdala
- Hippocampus
- Substantia nigra (correct)
What is a common environmental risk factor for Parkinson's disease?
What is a common environmental risk factor for Parkinson's disease?
- Living at high altitude
- Exposure to pesticides (correct)
- Consumption of caffeine
- Regular exercise
What protein aggregates into Lewy bodies within the neurons in Parkinson's disease?
What protein aggregates into Lewy bodies within the neurons in Parkinson's disease?
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At what age does Parkinson's disease typically occur?
At what age does Parkinson's disease typically occur?
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