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  1. Essential tremor

    Essential tremor causes involuntary shaking or trembling of particular parts of the body, usually the head and hands, but it is not Parkinson's disease.

  2. Fragile X syndrome

    The facts about fragile X syndrome are complicated, and parents and family members are invited to ask their doctor to refer them to a genetics clinic.

  3. Kennedy's disease

    Kennedy's disease is a rare inherited neuromuscular disorder that causes progressive weakening and wasting of the muscles, particularly the arms and legs.

  4. Parkinson's disease

    People with Parkinson's disease can help manage their symptoms through medication and support.

  5. Cocaine

    Cocaine is a highly addictive illegal stimulant that has serious side effects.

  6. Diabetic coma

    Diabetic coma is a medical emergency and needs prompt medical treatment.

  7. Inhalants

    Inhalants are chemical substances that give off fumes that can be breathed in to achieve a 'high'.

  8. Thyroid gland

    If the thyroid gland is overactive or sluggish, the metabolism will be affected, leading to a variety of symptoms.

  9. Polymyositis

    Polymyositis is hard to diagnose and may be mistaken for muscular dystrophy.

  10. Parkinson's disease and constipation

    Constipation is a common complication of Parkinson's disease.

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