Expert Khakimova spoke about the signals of Parkinson's disease and stroke

A person's imbalance may indicate malfunctions of the vestibular system, central nervous system, inner ear, or cerebellum, as well as be a sign of Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, or the consequences of a micro-stroke. About this on January 26, "Gazeta.Ru" was told by Anna Khakimova, therapist and rheumatologist at the CMD clinic.

"If you fail the tests, it can be a signal of serious malfunctions, for example, diseases of the inner ear, diseases of the cerebellum, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or it can be a consequence of a micro—stroke. <...> At the first signs of imbalance, you should consult a general practitioner, who will refer you to a specialist neurologist, otolaryngologist. and others," Khakimova explained.

The expert also noted the importance of strengthening stabilizer muscles. Regular prevention and balance control are especially relevant in the elderly, as impaired coordination and falls can be early signs of neurological diseases.

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Earlier, on January 15, it was reported that depression in the elderly may be an early signal of Parkinson's disease or dementia with Lewy bodies. The study showed that the risk of depression increases several years before the onset of symptoms of these diseases, which highlights the need for early screening and monitoring of patients' mental state.

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