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Dysphagia, a reversible cause not to be forgotten

M Thomas1, R A Haigh

  • 1Department of Medicine for the Elderly, Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Dorset, UK.

Postgraduate Medical Journal
|February 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

This case study highlights a delayed Parkinson's disease diagnosis in an elderly man presenting with dysphagia. Early Parkinson's disease symptoms can be subtle, emphasizing the need for vigilant assessment.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Geriatrics
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder primarily affecting motor function.
  • Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, can be an early, yet often overlooked, symptom of PD.
  • Late-onset PD presents diagnostic challenges, particularly when classical motor signs are absent initially.

Observation:

  • An 84-year-old male experienced dysphagia for two years without apparent classical Parkinson's disease signs.
  • Initial assessments by Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) and neurology specialists did not reveal typical PD indicators.
  • Motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease became evident only after treatment for an intercurrent illness.

Findings:

  • The patient was eventually diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
  • Initiation of appropriate Parkinson's disease treatment led to a significant improvement in his condition, including dysphagia.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of considering Parkinson's disease in elderly patients with unexplained dysphagia, even in the absence of classic motor symptoms.
  • It highlights the potential for delayed diagnosis and the benefit of timely intervention once diagnosed.
  • Further research into early, non-motor diagnostic markers for Parkinson's disease is warranted.

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