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00:00Surprising Nasal Symptom That Could Be an Early Indicator of Parkinson's Disease
00:05Loss of smell can signal Parkinson's disease up to 4 years early, often mistaken for aging
00:12or allergies, highlighting the importance of recognizing this non-movement symptom as
00:18an early warning sign.
00:20Smell dysfunction precedes motor symptoms in 75-95% of Parkinson's patients, with alpha-synuclein
00:27deposits forming early in the olfactory bulb.
00:30Explaining its role as an early warning system.
00:33Parkinson's-related smell loss occurs gradually, affecting all odors, and is often unnoticed.
00:41It peaks early and doesn't progress, marking it as one of the 10 unexpected early signs
00:46crucial for early detection.
00:49Olfactory changes occur early and are linked to a 10% higher Parkinson's risk.
00:54Brain imaging reveals concrete evidence such as reduced olfactory bulb volume, increased
01:01MRI diffusivity in olfactory tracts, and alpha-synuclein deposits in olfactory regions.
01:07Early Parkinson's symptoms include smell impairment, smaller steps, slower daily activities, facial
01:15changes, shrinking handwriting, limb jerks, constipation, depression, and REM sleep behavior disorder.
01:22Experts emphasize early Parkinson's treatment to reduce disability and extend life.
01:29While Parkinson's has no cure, early intervention and medications improve motor symptoms and
01:35enhance life quality.
01:37Early detection is vital for a better prognosis.
01:40Many lead fulfilling lives post-diagnosis with treatment.
01:44Recognizing early signs, including nasal symptoms, is crucial before further disease progression.
01:50Listen to what your nose indicates.
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