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Is a problem with dopamine associated with alzheimers or parkinsons ?

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Both are multi-neurotransmitter deficiency syndromes, with the predominant chemical acetylcholine in Alzheimer's and dopamine in Parkinson's.

Answered 7/6/2023

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Studies have shown that people with Alzheimer's have a decreased level of dopamine. Parkinson's disease also is caused by a lower level of dopamine in the brain cells. Both diseases show lower levels of the chemical dopamine but there are other causes of these disorders.

Answered 7/6/2023

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