At present, the incidence of Parkinson’s disease in China is 1.7% in people over 65 years old, according to this projection, the domestic Parkinson’s disease patients have more than 2.5 million. But experts pointed out that Parkinson’s disease is not the elderly “patent”, there is a “Parkinson’s” called juvenile Parkinson’s disease. What is Parkinson’s? Parkinson’s disease is a common neurological disorder that affects slightly more men than women. A group of nerve cells in the midbrain called nigrostriatal neurons regulate the brain’s motor function by synthesizing a neurotransmitter called dopamine. When 80% or more of these nigrostriatal neurons have degenerated and died, the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease can occur. There is a type of Parkinson’s called Juvenile Parkinson’s disease! With the aging of the population, the number of Parkinson’s disease patients is increasing; together with environmental factors, genetic factors, age factors and long-term mental stress, Parkinson’s disease is showing a younger trend, there is a kind of “Parkinson’s” called juvenile Parkinson’s disease, accounting for 5% to 10% of the total number of Parkinson’s disease. What are the signs of Parkinson’s disease? Some of the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, such as lack of facial expressions, slow movements and hand tremors, are often mistaken for “geriatric disease”, so many patients do not go to the hospital until after the disease has progressed to a certain stage. Currently there is no cure for Parkinson’s disease, but through the use of medical drugs, surgery and other complementary rehabilitation treatments, symptoms can be greatly reduced, allowing patients to live independently and maintain a good quality of life. Experts believe that only with early detection and treatment can patients benefit early. Parkinson’s disease includes seven major aura symptoms. Once one or more of these symptoms appear, attention should be paid and medical attention should be sought: ① Loss of sense of smell and constipation. If you can’t smell bananas, pickles, or spices, and if your normal bowel habits have changed, it is recommended that you see your doctor promptly. ②There is tremor in the arms or other parts of the body. ③Moving or walking becomes difficult, and the walk looks stiff. ④Movement becomes slower, writing becomes smaller and smaller. ⑤Small arm swing, mask face. ⑥Depression. About 40% to 55% of people with Parkinson’s disease experience depression. (7) Sleep disorders. 70% of Parkinson’s patients have various sleep disorders. How is Parkinson’s disease treated? First, psychological relief. About 35% to 45% of Parkinson’s patients are accompanied by depression. Counseling by family and friends and treatment by a psychiatrist are important supports to overcome the disease. Second, drug treatment. When Parkinson’s disease symptoms appear, the dopamine in the patient’s brain has often been reduced by half. Some drugs can exogenously replenish dopamine, and some can increase the neural activity of dopamine, as well as improve symptoms by protecting neurons and preventing dopamine reduction. Third, surgical treatment. Deep brain electrical stimulation surgery, also known as “DBS brain pacemaker surgery”, was pioneered by French scholar Benabid in 1987, and has a history of nearly 30 years of development. It was first applied in China in 1999 by the Department of Functional Neurosurgery of Tangdu Hospital of the Fourth Military Medical University. The procedure is performed by implanting electrodes in the brain after precise targeting and using pulse generators (batteries) to deliver electrical pulses to the relevant nuclei that control movement and regulate abnormal neural electrical activity to reduce and control the abnormal symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Fourth, rehabilitation training. Many patients are afraid to exercise and rehabilitate for fear of falling, which is not true. Rehabilitation can improve the patient’s coordination and balance. Insisting on aerobic exercise not only maintains muscle strength and neurosensitivity, but also prevents and relieves constipation, insomnia and other complications. Fifth, meticulous care. From the lighting of the room to the bedside rails, from pants with elastic bands to shoes with tear-off buckles for easy on and off, from the height of the seat to the sports water bottle at hand, from the anti-slip mats in the bathroom to the setting of the water temperature, every detail of care and attention for people with Parkinson’s disease is the basis for their quality of life. Nine steps to measure your “Parkinson’s Index”