Is Appendectomy Linked to Parkinson’s Disease?

Is Appendectomy Linked to Parkinson’s Disease?

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By Osman Shabir, M.Sc.Reviewed by Dr. Mary Cooke, Ph.D.

Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder clinically characterized by resting tremor, bradykinesia (slow movements), dyskinesia (impairment of movement), dystonia (stiffness of muscles including facial muscles), a stooped posture, sexual and urinary dysfunction, drooling, and in some cases psychiatric symptoms including psychosis, dementia, and depression.