Myth 1: The Parkinson’s Disease Only Affects the Elderly
Several sources claim that this brain disorder only strikes people in their 60s, 70s, 80s, and beyond. As a neurologist, I’d love to bust this myth because Parkinson’s Disease can also attack young people aging between 20 to 40 years. At this stage, we call it Young-onset Parkinson’s.
Myth 2: Parkinson’s Disease Can Be Transmitted from One Person to Another
Most people believe Parkinson’s disease is contagious. From a neurologist’s point of view, this neurological condition cannot be transmitted if the affected person makes contact with the healthy population.
Myth 3: Parkinson’s Disease Stems from Genetic Mutation
Since no studies prove genetics may be involved in its occurrence, it is safe to say the exact cause of Parkinson’s Disease remains unknown.