Meaning of the word parkinsonism in English
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parkinsonism
US /ˈpɑːr.kɪn.sə.nɪ.zəm/
UK /ˈpɑː.kɪn.sə.nɪ.zəm/
Noun
a neurological syndrome characterized by tremor, rigidity, and bradykinesia (slowness of movement), often caused by Parkinson's disease but can also result from other conditions or medications
Example:
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The patient exhibited symptoms of parkinsonism, including a shuffling gait and resting tremor.
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Drug-induced parkinsonism can occur as a side effect of certain medications.
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