Did you know that people with Parkinson’s disease have a higher risk of developing certain skin disorders than the rest of the population including melanomas? Have you had a skin issue pop up on you and not know what it is or how you got it? There is a good chance you were experiencing a manifestation of the Parkinson’s disease process or a side effect of the medication you are taking. Just one more thing to worry about. Right? On the other hand, our skin might provide a non-invasive way to help with the diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease and maybe shorten the clinical trial process.
On this episode, a Movement Disorder Specialist who has researched the dermatological conditions related to Parkinson’s disease and published an important scientific article on this topic will discuss the various skin conditions that PwP are susceptible to, how to prevent and treat them. He is going to give us the skinny on the skin! This might just answer the questions you have about that dark spot on your arm.
https://www.barrowneuro.org/person/nicki-niemann-md/
https://www.dbsandme.com/en.html
Thank you to my sponsor, Boston Scientific, the maker of Vercise Genus, a Deep Brain Stimulation or DBS system. To learn more about Parkinson’s treatment options, please visit DBSandMe.com.
This was fascinating. I had no idea that PWP were more affected by skin disorders than those without Parkinson’s! All the more reason to see a dermatologist.