Parkinson's Disease
Gabrielle Spinosa
Description
A disease in which it affects the central nervous system and the movement of an individual.
Symptoms
- Tremors
- Muscle stiffness
- Difficulty with movement
- Stooped posture
- Rigidity
Facts
- Autosomal (Found on multiple chromosomes)
- Usually develops in an individual around 60
- More common in males
- Cannot be cured, but can be treated with medications
- Individual may develop anxiety or depression
A Geneticist's Work
The Michael J. Fox Foundation is currently studying and seeing people with the genotype of Parkinson's Disease.