A particular disease is characterised by sudden shivering of the body, profuse salivation and loss of body balance. Which of the following could be the possible disease.

Parkinson's Disease

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Paralysis

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Alzeimer's Disease

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The correct option is A
Parkinson's Disease

The patient is suffering from a nervous disorder known as Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's disease is a progressive nervous system disorder that affects our movement. It is caused by the destruction of ganglions and a reduction in the levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine. Symptoms include loss of body balance, irregular movement of muscles, shivering of the body and profuse salivation.

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