Understanding Parkinson’s

Also known as Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s Disease

Parkinson’s is the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world. Being diagnosed with Parkinson’s can be confusing and upsetting, but it is not the end of the story.

What is Parkinson’s?

Is Parkinson’s common?

What causes Parkinson’s?

What are the symptoms?

Diagnosing Parkinson’s

People with Parkinson’s don’t have enough of the chemical dopamine. We don’t yet know exactly why people get Parkinson’s, but researchers believe it is a combination of age, genetic and environmental factors.

Visiting your GP

Referral to a specialist

Receiving the diagnosis