Neurodegenerative Diseases and Tumours

Neurodegenerative diseases lead to progressive degeneration of neurons in the central nervous system.

Parkinson’s disease is associated with reduced levels of dopamine.

Alzheimer’s disease is linked to reduced acetylcholine levels.

Alzheimer’s disease is characterized by progressive cognitive decline.

Reduced understanding of instructions is common in Alzheimer’s disease.

Tremors and rigidity in Parkinson’s disease can affect manual dexterity.

Parkinson’s patients may have difficulty holding a toothbrush.

Trigeminal neuralgia can be mistaken for toothache.

Meningiomas are the most common benign brain tumors.

Gliomas are the most common type of primary brain tumors.