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Parkinson’s disease can affect the eyes – here’s what we know so far – The Conversation UK
Parkinson’s disease may be diagnosed by looking for subtle changes in eye movements and thinning of retina layers.
Parkinsons disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disease, affecting over 10 million people worldwide. Its characterised by changes in movement, including tremors, and slower and more rigid movements. But researchers are also beginning to investigate other symptoms of Parkinsons disease including those involving the eye.
Parkinsons results from the degeneration of dopamine neurons in the brains basal ganglia an area involved in voluntary movement. Though no cure exists for Parkins…
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