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What does the basal ganglia consist of?
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Striatum (Caudate and Putamen)
Substantia Nigra Globus Pallidus Subthalamic Nucleus This is AKA extrapyramidal system. |
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The Color Purple
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Alice Walker
African American Author |
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Hyperkinesias
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-Excessive movement.
Net decrease of medial globus pallidus output. -Reduced inhibition of the VL thalamus leading to greater stimulation of the motor cortex. |
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What are common etiologies of parkinsonism?
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Dopamine antagonist medication
Toxic exposure to manganese or carbon dioxide multiple ischemic infarctions of the basal ganglia |
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What are common etiologies of parkinsonism?
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Dopamine antagonist medication
Toxic exposure to manganese or carbon dioxide Parkinson's Disease (most common). multiple ischemic infarctions of the basal ganglia |
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What are the primary clinical signs of Parkinson's disease?
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Resting tremor
Rigidity Bradykinesia Impaired postural reflexes |
