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.
Risk factors for Parkinson's disease include: 1  Age. Young adults rarely experience Parkinson's disease. 2  Heredity. Having a close relative with Parkinson's disease increases the chances that you'll develop the disease. 3  Sex. Men are more likely to develop Parkinson's disease than are women.  Exposure to toxins.