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Discovery
The disease was described and documented in 1817 by the British physician James Parkinson. Is a chronic neurodegenerative disorder that leads eventually to a progressive disability, produced as a result of the destruction of pigmented neurons with a black substance.
Causes
Some scientists believe Parkinson's is caused by the oxidation of : MPTP = methyl phenyl tetra hydro pyridine
A recent theory involving genetic factors in the development of Parkinson's disease.
Features
Resting tremor. Muscle stiffness.