Getting an accurate diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease (PD) can be a long journey. PD is a progressive neurological disorder with no single definitive lab test, so doctors rely on clinical evaluation of symptoms. Early in the disease, subtle signs may be present but not recognised as Parkinson’s, since patients with very early PD often do not yet meet the clinical criteria for diagnosis.

This new Learning Hub article "Journey to a Parkinson's Diagnosis" outlines the prodromal phase, the emergence of motor symptoms, and the process of clinical confirmation. It also discusses why identifying Parkinson’s early can be important for treatment, quality of life, and access to care.

Read the full article on the AI-PROGNOSIS Learning Hub: https://www.ai-prognosis.eu/learning-hub/journey-to-a-parkinsons-diagnosis