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Questions re "non-tremor form of Parkinson's"


Is there a body of literature distinguishing the "non-tremor form" of PD from
other forms?  Does this form go by other identifying names besides
"non-tremor"? And how clear is the dichotomy between this and other forms?
>From Dr van der Linden's description, it sounds uncomfortably close to my
situation, so I'd appreciate any sources to which anyone can point me.


Dr. Chris van der Linden wrote:

> Dear Brian,
>
> You are describing the non-tremor form of Parkinson's disease, which starts
> at a later age, usually doesn't show any tremor, progressive course with
> slowness of movement and gait disturbance, not very effectively respondnding
> to anti-Parkinson medciation and frequently requiring high doses of meds.
> In addition, a higher chance of dementia in this patient group.
>


John H Noble, 2500 Q St NW/#513, Washington DC 20007-4364
(202) 965-9865
NoblemanJ@xxxxxxx


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