Parkinson's disease
PD
Parkinson's is a progressive neurological condition that can lead to slowness of movement, tremor and stiffness
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Need to know
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Symptoms of Parkinson's disease icon plus
Parkinson’s disease is caused by a lack of a chemical called dopamine. This loss of dopamine can lead to a number of motor symptoms, which may include:
- slowness of movement
- stiffness
- shaking
Other symptoms may include:
- pain
- depression and anxiety
- nausea
- vomiting
- constipation
- urinary symptoms
- a drop in blood pressure leading to falls and broken bones
- sexual dysfunction
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Diagnosis icon plus
There isn't a specific test for Parkinson's disease. However, if your GP suspects you have it, they may refer you to one of our consultant neurologists. They will discuss your history and symptoms with you. If they suspect that you may have Parkinson's disease, they will request further diagnostic tests, which may include:
- MRI scan of assess your brain's structure and health
- DAT scan to analyse your body's dopamine transport system
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Potential treatment options icon plus
Receiving a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease can be distressing but with medical support and therapy, your symptoms can be managed. Your consultant neurologist and GP will be able to prescribe medicines that will supplement your dopamine levels. Physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and psychology intervention can also play an important role in helping you to manage your symptoms day to day. In some instances, you may benefit from a short period of rehabilitation.
Our consultants
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Our facilities
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street
London W1G 8BJ
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
St John's Wood
London NW8 9LE
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
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Chelsea Outpatients
272 & 280 Kings Road
London SW3 5AW
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The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street
London W1G 8BJ
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The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road
London
SW1W 8RH
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Chiswick Medical Centre
Bond House
347-353 Chiswick High Road
London W4 4HS
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
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Platinum Medical Centre
15 - 17 Lodge Road
London
NW8 7JA
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Our team can help with any enquiries or you can make an appointment with one of our experienced consultants.
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020 7079 4344