Treatment Strategy

Question: What is the primary goal of treating PD?

Answer: The primary goal of treating PD is to alleviate symptoms that interfere with the patient’s activities of daily living.

Question: When should treatment for idiopathic PD be initiated?

Answer: Treatment for idiopathic PD should be initiated as soon as the patient’s symptoms begin to interfere with routine activities.

Question: What is the primary treatment option if secondary Parkinsonism is suspected?

Answer: If secondary Parkinsonism is suspected, treatment should be directed at the identified underlying cause.