Parkinson’s disease can be defined as a progressive brain disorder that affects the nervous system, producing a continuous loss of muscle control. It happens when cells that normally produce dopamine, which is a chemical that carries signals between the nerves in the brain,” die.
Signs of Parkinson’s disease exhibit themselves slowly and worsen as the disease progresses over time. Although they differ from person to person, here are the most common early warning signs of Parkinson’s disease you should never ignore.
2Impairment of Smell Sensation
An impaired or lost sensation of smell is thought to be among the very earliest warning symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Loss of smell or medically referred to as anosmia can sometimes happen several years before other manifestations develop.
The dopamine-producing cells are responsible for carrying signals between the brain and the muscles and nerves. As the cells die off, the Northwest Parkinson’s Foundation says, “messages such as odor signals do not get through,” diminishing the sensation of smell.
