Depression in Major Neurodegenerative Diseases and Strokes: A Critical Review of Similarities and Differences among Neurological Disorders
Depression and anxiety are highly prevalent in most neurological disorders and can have a major impact on the patient’s disability and quality of life. The early detection and treatment of depression simultaneously with the neurological disorder is key
Paraoxonases at the Heart of Neurological Disorders
Paraoxonase enzymes serve as an important physiological redox system that participates in the protection against cellular injury caused by oxidative stress. The PON enzymes family consists of three members (PON-1, PON-2, and PON-3) that share a similar structure
Peripheral neuropathy in Parkinson’s disease: prevalence and functional impact on gait and balance
Peripheral neuropathy is a common problem in patients with Parkinson’s disease. Peripheral neuropathy’s prevalence in Parkinson’s disease varies between 4.8-55% compared with 9% in the general population. It stays unclear whether
Integrated Outpatient Palliative Care Versus Standard Care In Patients With Parkinson Disease And Related Disorders
Parkinson’s disease (PD) affects 1 – 2% of the population above 65 years of age and has consequences on quality of life (QoL). PD and related disorders (PDRD) tend to have additional symptoms contributing to worse prognosis
Recognizing The Risk Loci For Parkinson’s Disease In Asians
Previous studies have identified several familial PD genes such as SNCA and LRRK2 in the European population. However, records of any comparative study to evaluate the extent of genetic risk between the Asian and European
Functional Movement Disorder and Parkinson’s Disease Comorbidity: A Case Report
Case Presentation A 22-year-old male patient presented to the emergency room of hospital with chief complaints of restlessness, an intolerable urge to pace around, suspiciousness, and sleep disturbances in the form of late-onset and midnight awakenings for four days. Medical History Family History Clinical Exam Treatment Clinical Outcome Careful observation, interviews, and periodic mental status […]