Parkinson Plus Syndrome

About Parkinson Plus Syndrome:

• It is a neurodegenerative disorder that manifest in a similar fashion to Parkinson’s Disease. It attacks the brain cells and nerves and lead to movement disorders, just like Parkinson’s.
• It is also called atypical parkinsonism, refers to a group of neurodegenerative movement disorders that resemble idiopathic Parkinson's disease (PD) with certain distinguishing clinical and pathophysiological features.
• There are several conditions that are categorized as Parkinson’s Plus Syndrome, some of which include;
  • Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Corticobasal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD).
• The cause of Parkinson’s Plus Syndrome is unknown, with a combination of genetic and environmental factors usually held responsible.
• Symptoms:
  • Tremors in one hand
  • Balance and coordination problems
  • Difficulty walking or shuffling gait
  • Stiffness in the jaw or reduced facial expressions
• Treatment: Medication can help some people move more easily and feel less stiff.