Parkinsonism (redirected from Parkinson's disease mimics)

parkinsonism /par·kin·son·ism/ (pahr´kin-son-izm?) a group of neurological disorders marked by hypokinesia, tremor, and muscular rigidity; see parkinsonian syndrome, under syndrome, and Parkinson's disease, under disease. parkinson´ian

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Par·kin·son·ism or par·kin·son·ism (pärkn-s-nzm)

n.

1. Any of a group of nervous disorders similar to Parkinson's disease, marked by muscular rigidity, tremor, and impaired motor control and often having a specific cause, such as the use of certain drugs or frequent exposure to toxic chemicals. Also called Parkinson's syndrome.

2. Parkinson's disease.

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Parkinsonism

A set of symptoms originally associated with Parkinson disease that can occur as side effects of neuroleptic medications. The symptoms include trembling of the fingers or hands, a shuffling gait, and tight or rigid muscles.

Mentioned in: Antiparkinson Drugs, Antiviral Drugs, Concussion, Schizophrenia

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parkinsonism,

n an array of symptoms including stiffness, slow or restricted body movements, tremor, or postural problems. It has many causes, including Parkinson's disease.