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.
Parkinson's disease is caused by the loss of these neurons, leading to a deficiency in the brain of dopamine. The loss of dopamine results in the nerve cells firing out of control, leaving patients unable to control their movements. In normal individuals, approximately 2,400 nigral cells die annually.