What Do You Know About Parkinson's Disease?

This illness has existed for thousands of years. Learn more about Parkinson's disease by taking this quiz.

1. Parkinson's disease is marked by a shortage of which chemical in the brain?

2. How many Americans are affected by Parkinson's disease?

A. 100,000 peopleB. 200,000 peopleC. 500,000 peopleD. 1,000,000 people

3. What is the average age when Parkinson's disease first appears?

A. 25B. 50C. 60D. 75

4. What is often the first symptom of Parkinson's disease?

A. HeadacheB. NauseaC. Shaking of a hand or footD. Turning of the head

5. How is Parkinson's diagnosed?

A. With a blood testB. With a neurological examC. With an X-rayD. All of the above

6. How is Parkinson's treated?

A. MedicationB. SurgeryC. RadiationD. A and B

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