US Medical Term · conditions
Parkinson's Disease
Enfermedad de Parkinson
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Parkinson's Disease |
| Spanish (Español) | Enfermedad de Parkinson |
| Chinese (中文) | 帕金森氏症 |
| Korean (한국어) | 파킨슨병 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Bệnh Parkinson |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Sakit na Parkinson |
| Portuguese (Português) | Doença de Parkinson |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | โรคพาร์กินสัน |
| Japanese (日本語) | パーキンソン病 |
What it means
Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder caused by the loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain, which impairs movement control. The most recognizable symptoms are tremors at rest, muscle rigidity, slowness of movement (bradykinesia), and balance problems. Over time it can affect speech, swallowing, facial expression, and cognition. It is most common in adults over 60. While there is no cure, medications such as levodopa-carbidopa help manage symptoms, and deep brain stimulation is an option for some patients when medications become less effective.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have Parkinson's disease and my tremors are getting worse and affecting my handwriting.
Tengo la enfermedad de Parkinson y mis temblores están empeorando y afectando mi escritura.
My Parkinson's medication is wearing off before my next dose.
Mi medicamento para el Parkinson se agota antes de la próxima dosis.
I need a physical therapy referral to help with my Parkinson's balance problems.
Necesito una referencia de fisioterapia para ayudar con mis problemas de equilibrio por el Parkinson.
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
G20 Parkinson's diseaseRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026