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Frequently Asked Questions
Causes
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Aug 14 2008
Q:I have been researching the literature on PD and have found much on the causes of the rare, familial version. However, I have not been able to find much information on the causes of the more common, non-inherited version of the disease. Could you help me out on this?Show Answer
Thanks (AB)
Aug 14 2008
Q:I have heard of Parkinson's Disease. I don't understand how you get it. I was told you are born with it. Is this true and how do you know if you have it or not?Show Answer
(anonymous)
Aug 14 2008
Q:Are there any valid studies or other evidence suggesting that aspartame enhances Parkinson's symptoms or otherwise has a negative affect on progression of Parkinson's? (anonymous)Show Answer
Aug 14 2008
Q:I've read that head trauma can cause Parkinson's disease later in life. Can it also cause the disease to advance more quickly? (JB)Show Answer
Aug 14 2008
Q:What part of the brian does the disease affect and where does dopamine originate? (anonymous)Show Answer
Aug 14 2008
Q:Several people I know have Parkinson's and have each suffered a very stressful period in their lives. Could this be linked to Parkinson's? (MZ)Show Answer
Aug 12 2008
Q:My grandfather has Parkinson's, and I am curious about the positive/negative effects of nicotine on dealing with PD. Is there any current information on this? (LW)Show Answer
