Brain-related symptoms of Parkinson's disease depends on which side of body affected first, study suggests
Brain-related symptoms of Parkinson's disease depends on which side of body affected first, study suggests
NEW DELHI: (Jul 8) The initial side of the body affected by Parkinson’s disease—whether right or left—may offer clues about a patient’s risk of developing cognitive decline or psychiatric symptoms as the disease progresses, a new study suggests.
Researchers from the University of Geneva and Geneva University Hospitals in Switzerland say their findings could help personalize treatment strategies based on individual disease profiles.
Parkinson’s, a neurodegenerative disorder associated with aging, typically begins by affecting only one side of the body. Early motor symptoms include tremors, muscle stiffness, and slowed movement, while non-motor symptoms can involve sleep disturbances, depression, and cognitive impairment.
