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  2. Types of Parkinson's and How They're Diagnosed

    • Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that gets progressively worse over time and causes trouble with movement. It’s thought to affect about 1 percent of people over the age of 65.… See more

    Idiopathic Parkinson’s disease

    Idiopathic Parkinson’s, or simply Parkinson’s disease, is the most common cause of parkinsonism. It generally onsets between the ages of 55 to 65 and rarely occurs befo… See more

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    Juvenile and young-onset Parkinson’s disease

    Juvenile Parkinson’s is a rare condition that onsets before the age of 21. It’s referred to as young … See more

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    Drug-induced parkinsonism

    Drug-induced parkinsonism is the second most common cause of parkinsonism. It occurs when a drug interferes with dopamine transmission in your body.
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    Multiple system atrophy

    Multiple system atrophy is a rare disorder that causes similar symptoms as Parkinson’s such as impaired movement, stiff muscles, and poor balance. It most often onset… See more

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  1. Types of Parkinsonisms - Parkinson's Foundation

  2. Types of Parkinson's