Parkinson's Disease vs Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
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Which disorder is characterized by symptoms of vertical gaze palsy and axial rigidity?

  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (correct)
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Which disorder typically progresses more rapidly, leading to significant disability over a shorter period?

  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
  • Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (correct)
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Which disorder is generally less responsive to standard Parkinson's medications?

  • Epilepsy
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (correct)
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Which disorder is characterized by a common symptom of muscle stiffness?

    <p>Parkinson's Disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder is typically associated with early falls as one of its symptoms?

    <p>Progressive Supranuclear Palsy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disorder often has eye movements spared in its presentation?

    <p>Parkinson's Disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the underlying pathology of Parkinson's Disease?

    <p>Loss of dopamine-producing cells in the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region of the brain is particularly affected in Parkinson's Disease?

    <p>Substantia nigra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) usually present?

    <p>Around 70 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which protein accumulation is associated with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy?

    <p>Tau protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is a thorough clinical evaluation important for distinguishing between Parkinson's Disease and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy?

    <p>To accurately diagnose and manage the conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference in the age of onset between Parkinson's Disease and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy?

    <p>PD typically manifests at a younger age than PSP</p> Signup and view all the answers

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