Parkinson's Disease

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Updated December 2007

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Title:   Parkinson's disease and sexual issues
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Parkinson's disease can affect a person's sexuality through loss of neurological control of body movements or medication side effects. A person may experience reduced sexual feeling and function or an increase in desire (hypersexuality). Open communication is the best remedy for relationship and sexual problems. Professional counselling or medical treatment can also help.
Date:   Dec 2008
Title:   Parkinson's disease and going to hospital
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   A person with Parkinson's disease who is going into hospital may worry about managing their condition throughout their stay. There are practical things you can do to prepare for a pre-planned or elective hospital admission.
Date:   Dec 2008
Title:   Parkinson's disease and exercise
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Regular exercise can improve some of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease, such as tremor, rigidity, slowness and impaired movement. Consult with your doctor, physiotherapist or health care professional when devising an exercise program.
Date:   Sep 2008
Title:   Parkinson's disease explained
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Parkinson's affects one in 100 people over the age of 60. That's 40,000 people Australia-wide. Symptoms range from tremor, rigidity and slow movements to lethargy, masked face and sleep disturbance. Although the cause is unknown, there are treatments available including medication, surgery and multidisciplinary therapy.
Date:   Nov 2007
Title:   Parkinson's disease and constipation
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Constipation is a common complication of Parkinson's disease. The nerve degeneration which is a symptom of Parkinson's disease can cause bowel muscles to become slow and stiff. Incontinence can be managed with medical treatment, extra fibre in the diet and lifestyle changes. The symptoms of constipation include: dry and difficult to pass bowel motions, feeling the need to strain on the toilet and feeling like the bowel isn't empty.
Date:   Feb 2008
Title:   Understanding Parkinson's
Publisher:   Brainlink Foundation
Description:   This fact sheet explains what Parkinson's is, who develops it and what we know about its cause. It describes diagnosis, symptoms, effects of the condition over time, treatments and therapies.
Date:   Sep 2007
Title:   Parkinson's disease: tips for mobility
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Read about some mobility tips which have helped people with Parkinson`s disease.
Date:   Jul 2002
Title:   Parkinson's disease: dopaminergic therapy
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Because Parkinson`s disease has been linked to a lack of dopamine, a neurotransmitter, much drug treatment has focused on dopamine replacement.
Date:   Jul 2002
Title:   Parkinson's disease: tremor
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Tremor is a common symptom of Parkinson`s disease.
Date:   Jun 2002
Title:   Symptoms of Parkinson's disease
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Although tremor and rigidity are the major symptoms we associate with Parkinson`s disease, there are a variety of other symptoms.
Date:   Jul 2002
Title:   Parkinson's disease: depression, personality and anxiety
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Anxiety and depression are both common in people with Parkinson`s disease, but doctors do not have any clear answers as to why.
Date:   Jul 2002
Title:   Parkinson's disease patterns
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Here are some facts and figures about the patterns of occurrence of Parkinson`s disease.
Date:   Jul 2002
Title:   Parkinson's disease and conductive education
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Conductive education is based on the idea that motor disorders are a form of learning difficulty.
Date:   Jul 2002
Title:   Parkinson's disease: MPTP and drug-induced Parkinson's
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   A byproduct of an illicit narcotic drug has been shown to cause the same signs and symptoms as Parkinson`s disease.
Date:   Jul 2002
Title:   Parkinson's disease and oral health care
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Read about some recommendations for the dental care of people with Parkinson`s disease.
Date:   Jul 2002
Title:   Parkinson's disease: mental changes
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Parkinson`s disease affects a person`s mood and mental functioning, not just their body.
Date:   Jul 2002
Title:   Parkinson's disease and depression
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Many people with Parkinson`s disease experience depression as well, adding to their difficulties.
Date:   Jul 2002
Title:   Parkinson's disease and driving
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   There are no simple answers when considering whether or not a person with Parkinson`s disease should drive.
Date:   Jul 2002
Title:   Parkinson's disease: coming to terms with it
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   The old days of people with Parkinson`s passively accepting that the doctor knows best are gone.
Date:   Jul 2002
Title:   Parkinson's disease: the onset of symptoms
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   It is often very difficult to determine exactly when Parkinson`s disease begins.
Date:   Jul 2002
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