Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder primarily impacting movement, caused by damage or death of neurons in the brain region responsible for muscle control.
When assessing Parkinson’s disease, doctors distinguish between two phases: the prodromal and clinical phases. The prodromal phase is characterized by patients noticing symptoms that raise concern, while the clinical phase involves health care providers conducting tests to diagnose the disease, Dr. Guy Schwartz, co-director of the Stony Brook Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center at Stony Brook Medicine, told The Epoch Times.
Understanding this progressive neurological disorder is crucial due to its impact on movement caused by neuron damage. Recognizing the different phases helps patients identify concerning symptoms while enabling doctors to diagnose the disease accurately….