What neurological disorder causes fingers to twitch and dropping things?
Parkinson's disease is a neurological disorder that causes fingers to twitch and dropping things. Other symptoms of Parkinson's disease include:
- Tremors
- Stiffness
- Slowed movement
- Balance problems
- Difficulty speaking
- Depression
- Memory loss
Parkinson's disease is caused by a loss of dopamine-producing cells in the brain. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that helps control movement. The loss of dopamine leads to the symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
There is no cure for Parkinson's disease, but there are treatments that can help to improve symptoms. Treatments include medication, surgery, and physical therapy.
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