Parkinsonism#

Know when to suspect Parkinson’s disease. When it is suspected, consider whether it is atypical or not. Treatment options will defer based on the underlying details.

Physical exam must be utilized to differentiate the tremor of parkinsonism from other causes of tremor. Medications used to treat Parkinson’s disease come with a variety of side effects which need to anticipated and identified.

Other problems might be more common in Parkinson’s disease, such as depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders which must also be identified.