Parkinson: the complete guide to understanding what is at stake
When a doctor utters the word “ Parkinson ”, it opens a door to a vocabulary that no one in the family needed to learn : dopamine, resting tremor, “on-off” phase, disappearing neurons. Loved ones often leave with more questions than answers, and the persistent impression that everything will boil down to a hand tremor. The reality is both less spectacular and more complex.
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This article takes the time to explain. What this disease really is, what is happening in the brain, why two affected people do not resemble each other, what solid findings research has established, and what helps concretely in daily life. It does not replace any medical advice : it gives you the tools to understand the one you receive and to ask better questions to the team caring for your loved one.
The essentials in 30 seconds
The Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disease related to the progressive disappearance of certain neurons in the brain, those that produce dopamine. It is the second most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer's disease, according to Inserm.
- The mechanism — the loss of dopamine neurons disrupts fine motor control and many other functions.
- The motor signs — slowness of movements, stiffness, and resting tremor, which do not necessarily appear together.
- The non-motor signs — sleep, mood, smell, transit, pain : often present, often neglected.
- It's not just a tremor — nearly one in three people do not tremble or tremble little, according to France Parkinson.
- It's not a memory disease — at diagnosis, intellectual functions are most often preserved.
- There are treatments — they do not cure, but can significantly and sustainably improve daily life.
What is Parkinson's disease, exactly ?
Parkinson's disease is a neurodegenerative disease : it is characterized by the slow and progressive disappearance of certain nerve cells. These cells do not die randomly. They are concentrated in a small region located at the base of the brain, the substantia nigra, so named because it appears dark to the naked eye. These neurons have a particularity : they produce a messenger molecule, dopamine, essential for the smooth control of our movements.
Contrary to a widespread belief, Parkinson's is neither a psychiatric illness, nor a simple consequence of aging, nor a memory disease. It is a disorder of the motor circuit, which also has numerous repercussions on other functions. It is named after the English doctor James Parkinson, who described its signs in 1817 under the term “shaking paralysis.”
A chronic disease, not a fatal disease in itself
This is a distinction that families rarely grasp on the day of the announcement, yet it changes everything. Parkinson's disease evolves over many years, often over several decades. It is not, in itself, a disease that kills. One can live with Parkinson's, sometimes for a very long time, and the quality of that life largely depends on how the disease is understood, supported, and treated.
Another essential point: Parkinson's is not contagious and, in the vast majority of cases, it is not hereditary in the strict sense. Clearly genetic forms exist, but they remain minority. For most people, the disease results from a combination of factors — age, individual predispositions, environment — that we do not yet fully understand.
A brain origin
The starting point is the loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the substantia nigra. It is not a muscle problem, but a problem of the command that drives them.
A slow progression
The disease sets in over the years. The first signs are often subtle and attributed to something else: fatigue, age, stress, osteoarthritis.
A unique face
No person affected looks like another. The signs, their order of appearance, and their rate of progression vary greatly.
The tremor is the most visible symptom, thus the most associated with Parkinson's in the collective imagination. But it is neither the first sign, nor the most frequent, nor the most bothersome. The true marker of the disease is the slowness of movements (bradykinesia). A person can have Parkinson's without ever trembling significantly.
What happens in the brain, explained simply
To understand Parkinson's, an image helps: that of an orchestra. The brain that commands a movement functions like a group of musicians who must play together, neither too fast nor too slowly, starting and stopping at the right moment. Dopamine plays the role of the conductor. It does not play any instrument, but without it, everyone goes their own way: some movements become too slow, others trigger on their own, transitions get stuck.
When the neurons in the substantia nigra disappear, the amount of available dopamine drops. The conductor gradually fades away. That is why the signs of the disease all revolve, in one way or another, around movement control: initiating a gesture, maintaining it, stopping it, chaining several together.
The most surprising fact: the brain compensates for years
This explains why the disease is so difficult to spot early. According to research from Inserm, the first motor signs only appear when a large part of the dopamine neurons has already disappeared — more than half. In other words, the brain silently compensates for the loss for a long time. It draws from its reserves, reorganizes its circuits, masks the deficit. The day the tremor or slowness becomes visible, the process has already been underway for years.
This prolonged compensation has a direct and often poorly experienced consequence: at the time of diagnosis, the person may feel "not so affected," which makes the announcement difficult to accept. It also explains the interest in everything that stimulates and maintains the brain and body, before and after the diagnosis.
Another image resonates with many families: that of automatisms. Walking, writing, buttoning a shirt, turning over in bed are gestures that we no longer think about, as they have become automatic. However, it is precisely these automatisms that the disease affects first. The person then has to "think" about gestures that previously required no attention. This explains why fatigue is so present, why doing two things at the same time becomes difficult, and why a gesture is more successful when consciously broken down. Many rehabilitation strategies are also based on this observation: transforming a lost automatism into a voluntary action, guided by a visual cue, a rhythm, or an instruction.
Dopamine does not just move the body
Dopamine is not only involved in movement. It contributes to motivation, mood, pleasure, sleep regulation, and attention. This is why Parkinson's disease is never limited to motor symptoms. Fatigue, apathy (a loss of drive and initiative not to be confused with depression), sleep or mood disorders are part of the disease itself, and not just psychological reactions to the announcement.
| What dopamine manages | What goes wrong when it is lacking |
|---|---|
| Initiation of movement | Difficulty starting a gesture, getting up, taking the first step |
| Speed and amplitude | Slowed movements, shrinking handwriting, weakening voice |
| Automatisms | Arm swinging while walking disappears, gestures requiring concentration |
| Motivation and drive | Apathy, difficulty getting into action, fatigue |
| Mood and sleep | Anxiety, depressive episodes, restless nights |
A detail that often intrigues those around: the disease almost always starts on one side of the body. A hand that trembles, an arm that swings less while walking, a stiffer leg — first on the right or on the left. It is a characteristic clue. Even when the disease progresses and affects both sides, the initial side generally remains the most affected.
Who is affected, and at what age
Parkinson's disease is common and is becoming increasingly so. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 8.5 million people were living with the disease worldwide in 2019, and this number has more than doubled over the past 25 years. The WHO emphasizes that Parkinson's is the neurological condition with the fastest progression globally, particularly linked to the aging of populations.
In France, Inserm describes Parkinson's as the second most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer's disease, with around 25,000 new cases diagnosed each year. Age remains the primary associated factor: the risk increases significantly after 60 years.
| Reference | Magnitude | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Worldwide | more than 8.5 million affected in 2019; number more than doubled in 25 years | WHO |
| Rank | 2nd most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer's | Inserm |
| France, new cases | around 25,000 per year | Inserm |
| Main factor | age: significantly increased risk after 60 years | Inserm / WHO |
No, it is not just a disease of very elderly people
This is a persistent misconception. While the average age at diagnosis is around sixty, the disease also affects younger adults. France Parkinson reminds us that a significant portion of diagnosed individuals are under 50 years old : this is referred to as early onset. A diagnosis at 45, in the midst of professional and family life, is not exceptional — and it is often made late, precisely because neither the person nor their doctor thinks of it right away.
This reality changes everything for those around. Early onset raises specific questions : employment, children still dependent, life projects. It also reminds us that Parkinson's is not a fatality linked to old age, but a disease in its own right, which can affect people who are fully active.
It should also be noted that a diagnosis at a young age often changes how others view the individual, and sometimes how the person views themselves. Many people spontaneously associate Parkinson's with an elderly and trembling person ; discovering the disease in a forty or fifty-year-old active person is disconcerting. Some individuals choose not to talk about it right away in their professional environment, for fear of judgment or consequences on their career. This choice is theirs, and those around them have a role to play : to respect the person's pace in sharing or keeping silent about their illness, without pushing or deciding for them.
Men, women, environment
The disease affects men slightly more often than women, according to epidemiological data. Research is also looking into the role of certain environmental factors : in France, professional exposure to certain pesticides is recognized as potentially causing Parkinson's disease as an occupational disease for farmers. This is a point established by French regulations, to be distinguished from the countless unfounded claims circulating about the “causes” of the disease.
Many families search, after the diagnosis, for “what triggered” the disease : an emotional shock, a bereavement, stress, a fall. Nothing allows us to say that a life event triggers Parkinson's. This quest for a culprit, as understandable as it may be, feeds guilt without helping anyone. For any questions about possible causes in a specific situation, only the doctor who follows the person can provide reliable information.
The signs to know, and what is not
The signs of Parkinson's disease are divided into two main families : the motor signs, which concern movement, and the non-motor signs, less visible but often just as present. Understanding both families avoids a common trap : reducing the disease to tremors and missing everything else.
The three reference motor signs
Slowness (bradykinesia)
The central sign of the disease. Movements become slow and of reduced amplitude : handwriting that shrinks, laborious buttoning, less expressive face, shorter steps.
Stiffness
The muscles remain contracted, which causes stiffness and sometimes pain, particularly in the shoulder or neck. It is often confused, at first, with arthritis or tendinitis.
Resting tremor
It appears when the limb is still and decreases during voluntary movement. It is the most well-known sign, but it can be absent : France Parkinson estimates that one in three people does not tremble or trembles little.
These three signs do not always appear together and rarely all at once. In the same person, one may largely dominate the others. This is one of the reasons why the diagnosis relies on a careful clinical examination conducted by a neurologist, and not on a mere glance.
Over time, difficulties arise that stem directly from slowness and rigidity. The gait changes: steps shorten, arm swinging decreases, and the person may suddenly freeze, as if their feet are glued to the ground, especially when passing through a door or turning around. This is the phenomenon of freezing, particularly confusing for those around because it is intermittent and unpredictable. The posture tends to lean forward, and balance becomes more precarious, increasing the risk of falling. Again, these manifestations are not due to any negligence on the person's part: they are a direct expression of the disease, and they are part of what physiotherapy aims to address.
Non-motor signs, often overlooked
They are crucial, as they sometimes precede motor signs by several years and weigh heavily on quality of life. Recognizing them as part of the disease changes the way to support them.
| Domain | What those around can observe |
|---|---|
| Smell | Loss or decrease of smell, sometimes very old, often noticed in hindsight |
| Sleep | Restless nights, sudden movements while sleeping, daytime drowsiness |
| Mood and drive | Anxiety, depressive episodes, apathy (loss of initiative distinct from sadness) |
| Transit and digestion | Constipation, often present long before diagnosis |
| Pain | Shoulder, back, limb pain, sometimes attributed to something else |
| Voice and swallowing | Weakening voice, difficulty swallowing that appears later in the progression |
| Attention and pace | Cognitive fatigue, slowness in processing multiple things at once |
What is NOT Parkinson's disease
Not every tremor is Parkinson's, and this is a frequent source of concern. The essential tremor, for example, is another condition, much more common: it mainly occurs during movement (holding a cup, writing) and not at rest, and it is not accompanied by slowness or rigidity. Similarly, slowness and stiffness can have many other causes than Parkinson's.
| What causes concern | What it could be instead |
|---|---|
| A hand shaking while holding a cup | Often an essential tremor, distinct from Parkinson's (action tremor, not resting tremor) |
| A stiff and painful shoulder | Osteoarthritis, tendinitis… but also, sometimes, an early sign of Parkinsonian rigidity |
| Marked recent forgetfulness | More likely indicative of another cause: memory is not at the core of Parkinson's |
| General slowness with age | Normal aging slows down, without asymmetrical slowness or localized rigidity |
As of today, there is no single and simple test to confirm Parkinson's disease. The diagnosis relies on clinical examination by a neurologist, analysis of the progression over time, and sometimes additional tests to rule out other causes. In case of doubt, the right approach is not to search online, but to consult the primary care physician, who will refer if necessary.
8 misconceptions to correct, one by one
Parkinson's is a highly discussed and poorly understood disease. Misconceptions are not trivial: they shape the perception of the person, sometimes delay diagnosis, and can lead to counterproductive attitudes from those around them. Here are eight, corrected.
“ Parkinson's is just shaking ”
False. Trembling is the most visible sign, not the most important or the most frequent. The core of the disease is the slowness of movements. According to France Parkinson, one in three affected individuals does not shake or shakes very little. Reducing the disease to trembling misses the essence of what the person experiences.
“ It's a memory disease, like Alzheimer's ”
No. These are two distinct diseases. Parkinson's is primarily a movement disorder. At the time of diagnosis, intellectual functions are most often preserved. Cognitive difficulties may appear with progression, but they are neither systematic nor the definition of the disease. Confusing the two creates unfounded anxiety.
“ It's a disease of elderly people ”
Partially false. Age is the primary factor, but the disease also affects young adults. France Parkinson reminds us that a portion of diagnosed individuals are under 50 years old. Early-onset forms do exist and pose particular challenges for professional and family life.
“ It's hereditary, my children will have it ”
False in the vast majority of cases. Clearly genetic forms exist but remain minority. For most individuals, no simple hereditary factor is involved. Having an affected parent does not imply developing the disease. Any concerns on this point should be discussed with a doctor, not taken as certainty.
“ There is nothing to be done ”
False, and this may be the most damaging misconception. The disease is not curable today, but it is treatable. Treatments can significantly and sustainably improve daily life. In addition, rehabilitation, physical activity, and support, whose benefits are well established, are added. Fatalism deprives the person of real levers.
“ A person who does not move is lazy or depressed ”
False. The difficulty in initiating movement (akinesia) and the loss of momentum (apathy) are neurological symptoms, not choices or a simple state of mind. Blaming the person for “ not trying hard enough ” amounts to blaming them for their disease. Understanding this radically changes daily interactions.
“ When it feels better in the morning and worse in the evening, it's all in the head ”
False. Fluctuations throughout the day, sometimes referred to as “ on-off ” phenomena, are a known occurrence related to the disease and the action of treatments over time. A person may be capable of something at one moment and unable to do the same thing two hours later. This is neither acting nor a lack of will.
“ A miracle cure is circulating, it must be tried ”
Absolute caution. No cure, supplement, or “ anti-Parkinson's ” diet sold online has demonstrated that it cures the disease. Some of these practices may even interfere with treatments. The rule is simple: anything related to treatment is decided with the medical team, never based on a video or isolated testimony.
Understanding is already accompanying differently
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Research on Parkinson's disease is one of the most active in the field of neurological diseases. Without going into technical detail, several solid lessons are directly useful to a family to understand where we stand — and to distinguish between serious promises and false announcements.
1. We know how to treat symptoms, not yet cure
The reference treatment works by compensating for the lack of dopamine in the brain. It does not repair lost neurons and does not stop the disease, but it can relieve symptoms in sometimes spectacular ways, particularly in the early years. This is a major advancement of the 20th century that has transformed the daily lives of affected individuals. The search for a treatment capable of slowing down or stopping the disease remains open.
2. Movement is part of the treatment
This is no longer an intuition, it is a consensus : regular and appropriate physical activity is beneficial in Parkinson's disease. It does not replace medication, but it complements its effect on mobility, balance, mood, and quality of life. Physiotherapy, speech therapy (for voice and swallowing), and occupational therapy each have an established role. That is why “ overdoing it ” is a false good idea.
3. Non-motor signs are taken seriously
For a long time, research and care focused on movement. Today, sleep disorders, mood disorders, transit issues, pain, or smell are recognized as integral components of the disease, to be identified and supported. This is an important evolution : it validates what families have always observed and were sometimes told to ignore.
4. Cognitive stimulation and training have their place
Maintaining cognitive and sensorimotor functions through regular activities with adjusted difficulty fits into this overall logic of maintenance. The idea is not to “ muscle up ” the brain against the disease, but to maintain what works, to support attention, planning, coordination, and to preserve the pleasure of doing. Stimulation applications like SCARLETT, designed for seniors and adaptable to Parkinson's disease, are based on this principle of gradual adjustment of the level.
5. Regularity outweighs intensity
A common lesson in rehabilitation and stimulation is worth repeating : it is regularity that produces effects, not a one-time exploit. Twenty minutes of activity each day is better than a long isolated session once a week. The body and brain consolidate what is challenged at close intervals. This logic also reassures families : there is no need for exhausting programs ; it is the small things maintained over time — a daily walk, a few exercises, an activity that is enjoyable — that make a difference in the long run. The role of the support network is not to impose, but to make these habits possible and enjoyable, so they last.
Every year, "breakthroughs" on Parkinson's make the headlines. Most concern laboratory work or very preliminary trials, years away from any potential application. This does not mean they are without value, but one should be cautious not to see them as a treatment available tomorrow. In case of doubt about information, the right reflex is to talk to a neurologist or refer to recognized sources such as Inserm, WHO, or a national patient association.
The major steps of the journey, and what to expect
Every journey is unique, and no one can precisely predict how the disease will evolve in a given person. However, we can describe major phases, not to confine to a scenario, but to help navigate and anticipate the right interlocutors at the right time.
- Early signs, before diagnosis. Loss of smell, constipation, sleep disturbances, fatigue, sometimes a hand that trembles or a stiff shoulder. These discreet signs are often attributed to something else. It is often those around the person who notice, before the person themselves, a change in gait, handwriting, or facial expression.
- The diagnosis. Made by a neurologist, after clinical examination and monitoring of evolution. It is often a brutal moment, even when it puts a name to long-standing concerns. The need for information is immense at this point, and rarely satisfied in the moment.
- The phase where treatments work well. Once the treatment is adjusted, many people regain mobility and quality of life close to what it was before. This period can last several years. The mistake at this stage is to believe that the disease has disappeared and to relax activity and monitoring.
- The emergence of fluctuations. Over time, the effect of treatments becomes less regular: periods where everything is fine alternate with more difficult periods during the same day. This is a turning point that requires readjustment of monitoring and good communication with the care team.
- The advanced phase. Motor and non-motor difficulties may intensify and have a greater impact on autonomy. Support increases: home professionals, adaptations, caregiver support. This is a phase where prior anticipation makes a real difference.
Describing phases does not mean they will all occur, nor at a predictable pace. Some people remain for a long time at a little evolved stage. The pace of evolution is unique to each individual and depends on many factors. No reliable quantified prognosis can be made for an individual: only the medical team following the person can discuss this over time.
The right interlocutors, at the right time
| Professional | Their role in Parkinson's disease |
|---|---|
| Neurologist | Diagnosis, choice and adjustment of treatments, monitoring of evolution |
| General practitioner | Coordination, close monitoring, referral to the right resources |
| Physiotherapist | Mobility, balance, fall prevention, maintenance of movement |
| Speech therapist | Voice, articulation, swallowing |
| Occupational therapist | Daily autonomy, adaptations, technical aids |
| Psychologist / neuropsychologist | Moral support, cognitive assessment if necessary |
| Patient association | Information, mutual aid, listening, guidance in procedures |
The details of the procedures, assistance, and contacts to mobilize over time are the subject of a dedicated article in this series, focused on assistance and how to sustain it over time. Similarly, the concrete situations of daily life and step-by-step responses are addressed in another article in the series about difficult situations.
What really helps, what is useless
Once the disease is understood, one question remains: how to be helpful without getting the posture wrong? Here, based on what is established, is what truly helps in daily life and what, despite the best intentions, harms the person.
| ✅ What helps | ❌ What does not help |
|---|---|
| Allow time to perform actions, without rushing | Doing it for them "to go faster," which accelerates the loss of autonomy |
| Encourage regular and adapted physical activity | Encouraging permanent rest "to spare" |
| Treat apathy and slowness as symptoms | Seeing it as laziness or unwillingness |
| Adjust expectations to the fluctuations of the day | Getting annoyed that something doable in the morning is no longer possible in the evening |
| Note what you observe to pass on to the neurologist | Waiting for the consultation hoping to remember everything |
| Keep the person involved in decisions that concern them | Deciding and speaking for them in front of them |
| Rely on professionals and associations | Wanting to carry everything alone, to the point of exhaustion |
| Methods validated by the care team | "Miracle" cures and products sold online |
Three phrases that change daily life
The way of speaking matters as much as what we do. Three simple formulations truly help:
- “Take your time, there is no rush.” It removes the pressure, which often worsens motor blockage (the famous “freezing,” that foot that stays glued to the ground).
- “Do you want me to help you, or would you prefer to try?” It gives the choice and preserves autonomy, instead of imposing it.
- “It’s the disease, it’s not you.” It alleviates guilt, both for the person and their surroundings, in the face of apathy or fluctuations.
Do not forget the caregiver
Accompanying a person with Parkinson's is a long-term commitment, made of patience and constant adjustments. The caregiver often forgets themselves, absorbed by the daily life of the other. This is a mistake, including for the person being helped: an exhausted relative provides less effective support. Taking care of oneself is not selfishness; it is a condition for enduring. This involves concrete actions: accepting external help without waiting for the breaking point, keeping personal time, relying on a patient and caregiver association, and talking about what one is going through rather than keeping everything inside. The relative has the right to be tired, angry, or sad, without guilt. These feelings do not undermine attachment: they are a sign that the burden is real and deserves to be shared.
In conclusion, understanding Parkinson's disease means giving up stereotypes to see the person as they are: neither reduced to a tremor nor condemned to immobility, but confronted with a specific disorder of movement, which can be accompanied with precision. An informed entourage asks better questions, reacts with more calm, and supports without infantilizing. That is already a lot, and it is within everyone's reach. The disease changes life, it does not stop it: well accompanied, understood, and monitored, it allows for all the moments, projects, and connections that truly matter.
In Parkinson's disease, what looks like a lack of will is almost always a symptom. Knowing changes the way to react, and thus the way the person feels treated. This shift in perspective—from judgment to understanding—is undoubtedly the most helpful gesture a loved one can make. The activities, supports, and concrete adjustments that stem from this principle are detailed in the article in the series dedicated to the daily toolkit.
To go further
This guide explains the disease. Four other articles in this series each delve into a different aspect, without repetition :
Everyday situations10 difficult situations with Parkinson's disease, and how to respond step by step
ToolkitActivities, supports, and concrete adjustments to implement in daily life
Support & contactsWho to contact, what support to mobilize, and how to sustain over time
On the side of free resources : the DYNSEO tools catalog notably offers a session tracking sheet and a progress tracking chart to print, useful for objectifying what evolves and passing it on to professionals. The cognitive tests allow for an initial assessment, and the stimulation applications SCARLETT (seniors and Parkinson) and CLINT (adults) serve as regular training support according to the profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Parkinson's disease curable ?
As of today, no : there is no treatment capable of curing the disease or stopping the loss of neurons. But that doesn't mean nothing can be done. Available treatments compensate for the lack of dopamine and can significantly improve symptoms, sometimes for years. Physiotherapy, speech therapy, physical activity, and support complement the effect of medications. One does not cure Parkinson's, but one lives with it, and the quality of that life depends greatly on overall care. Any questions about the treatment of a specific person should be directed to their neurologist.
Does Parkinson's always lead to dementia ?
No, this is a common confusion with Alzheimer's disease. Parkinson's is primarily a movement disorder, and at the time of diagnosis, intellectual functions are most often preserved. Cognitive difficulties may appear with progression in some individuals, but they are neither systematic nor inevitable, nor the definition of the disease. Maintaining regular social, physical, and cognitive activity is part of a logic of preservation. If there are concerns about a loved one's memory or attention, it should be discussed with the doctor, who can propose an appropriate evaluation.
Why does my loved one feel fine in the morning and less so in the afternoon ?
These variations throughout the day are a known phenomenon of the disease, sometimes referred to as "on-off" fluctuations. They are related to the disease itself and to how the effects of treatments evolve over the hours. A person may be capable of an action at one moment and blocked from the same action a little later. This is neither acting nor bad will : it is a symptom. Adjusting expectations to these variations helps a lot in daily life. If the fluctuations are bothersome, it should be reported to the neurologist, who can readjust the follow-up.
Is tremor mandatory to have Parkinson's ?
No. This is one of the most persistent misconceptions. Resting tremor is the most visible sign, but it is not essential for diagnosis. France Parkinson reminds us that one in three affected individuals does not tremble or trembles very little. The truly central sign of the disease is the slowness of movements, often accompanied by rigidity and many non-motor signs. Conversely, not all tremors are Parkinson's : essential tremor, for example, is a different condition. Only a neurologist can distinguish between them.
Can anything be done to prevent it from getting worse ?
We do not know how to prevent the progression of the disease, but we can act on daily life and the maintenance of abilities. Regular and adapted physical activity is now recognized as beneficial, as are physiotherapy, speech therapy, and the maintenance of cognitive and social functions. Regular medical follow-up allows for timely adjustments to treatments. What does not help, however : excessive rest, isolation, and "miracle" cures. For a plan tailored to a specific situation, the care team following the person remains the only reliable contact.
This article is intended for general information. It does not replace a diagnosis, medical advice, or treatment. For any questions regarding a personal situation, consult the attending physician or the neurologist who follows your relative. In case of emergency, contact the emergency services in your country.
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