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parkinsonism
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(paralysis agitans) a progressive disease with characteristic tremor of resting muscles, a slowing of voluntary movement, unusual gait, peculiar posture, and weakness of muscles. Usually develops later in life.
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parkinsonism
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A neurologic disorder characterized by tremors, muscle rigidity and slow movements
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parkinsonism
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Another extrapyramidal side effect, Parkinsonism is divided into two categories: hypokinetic and hyperkinetic. Hypokinetic symptoms include decreased muscular movement, rigidity, awkward and stiff facial movements, and possibly depression and apathy. Hyperkinetic symptoms are agitation of lower extremities, agitation, tenseness, tremors, rapid rhythmic movements of the upper extremities. These symptoms commonly occur between a few days and a few weeks of treatment for an acute phase.
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