Low blood pressure facts. Low blood pressure, also called hypotension, is blood pressure low enough that the flow of blood to the organs of the body is inadequate and symptoms and/or signs of low blood flow develop shock.
Our work identifying that a silent stroke can lead to Parkinson's disease shows it is more important than ever to ensure stroke patients have swift access to anti-inflammatory medication. These drugs could potentially either delay or stop the onset of Parkinson's disease.
A shortage of dopamine, as seen in people with Parkinsonâs disease, causes symptoms such as tremor, stiffness and slow movements. The quantities of other neurotransmitters (noradrenaline and serotonin) in the brain are also altered in people with Parkinsonâs disease.