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Debunking Myths About Parkinson’s Disease: What You Need to Know
When my dad was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, I realized how little I knew about it beyond the famous "Parkinson's shake." Navigating this journey was challenging, and I didn’t handle everything perfectly—there’s always more to learn. To help others, I've put together some Myth Busters about Parkinson's disease. Myth #1: Since Dad had Parkinson's, I'll get it too. False. Parkinson's disease is not typically hereditary. While certain environmental factors, like exposure to pesticides or heavy metals and repeated head injuries, can increase the risk, it doesn’t mean you’ll automatically develop Parkinson’s just because a family member has it. Myth #2: Tremors are the only symptom. False. Parkinson’s disease isn’t just…