Definition of pleasantry. plural. pleasantries. 1 : a humorous act or remark : jest. 2 : an agreeable playfulness in conversation : banter. 3 : a polite social remark exchanged pleasantries.
Parkinson-plus syndromes are a group of neurological conditions that are similar to Parkinson's disease but have unique characteristics. These syndromes can be hard to diagnose because the symptoms mimic other conditions. Following are the four most common types of Parkinson-plus syndromes.
Parkinson's disease. Parkinsonâs Disease is a progressive neurological disorder that is caused by a degeneration of cells in the part of the brain that produces the neurotransmitter dopamine (chemical messenger). It is characterised by loss of motor control such as slowness of movement, rigidity, tremor and balance problems as well as non-movement type symptoms including constipation, low mood, fatigue, sleep and memory problems.