Complications of Parkinson's syndrome

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Although many people have heard of Parkinson's syndrome, they know little about it, especially the complications of Parkinson's syndrome. Now I'd like to share my experience based on my knowledge of the complications of Parkinson's syndrome, hoping to help you.

Complications of Parkinson's syndrome

First, one of the complications of Parkinson's syndrome: injury is a complication of Parkinson's disease that can not be ignored. With the development of the disease, tremor, stiffness, coordination dysfunction, will gradually involve the motor function, when the foot meets obstacles, it is easy to fall, and even fracture and other injuries. Icy and rainy roads in winter, wet and smooth tile floors in toilets and bathrooms are dangerous places for patients with Parkinson's disease who are slow in movement and unstable in gait. We should be extra careful to avoid falling.

Second, the second complication of Parkinson's syndrome: infection is a threat to Parkinson's disease. General respiratory tract infection and fever will aggravate the symptoms of the disease. Due to the low immune function, the patients often have colds, and are also prone to bronchitis, pneumonia, gastroenteritis, etc. the patients who are bedridden in the late stage completely lose the ability to take care of themselves, can't sit up independently, and even can't turn over on their own. At the same time, they are malnourished, and their skin is compressed, which often leads to bedsores. Prolapse pneumonia, aspiration pneumonia and heart failure are common complications of late stage patients, which can eventually lead to death.

Third, one of the complications of Parkinson's syndrome: frequent urination is often the reason for Parkinson's patients to seek medical treatment, especially at night. Male patients often have prostatic hypertrophy, which can lead to dysuria. Female patients due to poor care, urine and stool immersion, can cause repeated urinary tract infection until renal function damage. Infection and sepsis are the important causes of late death.

matters needing attention

In addition to the above complications, there are other manifestations. Parkinson's disease is characterized by tremor, rigidity, clumsiness and lack of facial expression. Besides, it is characterized by ambiguous speech, monotonous intonation, low volume and drooling, which makes the patient feel less elegant. Psychologically, the patient often has a sense of inferiority, unwilling to participate in social activities, not going to public places and neglecting interpersonal communication. In the course of treatment and disease development, insomnia, anxiety, depression and dementia can also be seen. Parkinson's disease is a disease that needs high attention. It and its complications are relatively serious. The harm to human body from psychology to physiology is considerable, so we must receive timely treatment and pay attention to it.