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When you hear the name Michael J. Fox, three things may come to mind: Alex P. Keaton from Family Ties, Marty McFly in the Back to the Future trilogy, and Parkinson's disease. Fox is famous for his work in film and TV. But what he might be most associated with these days is his public battle with and crusade against Parkinson's disease--a brain disorder affecting muscle movement that gradually worsens over time.
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Medical Reviewer: Pierce-Smith, Daphne RN, MSN, CCRC, FNP
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Answer: False. Parkinson's disease is most common after age 50, but, though it's rare, young adults and children can also be affected. Children may develop the disease due to low sensitivity to dopamine--a brain chemical that's a key player in muscle movement and possibly Parkinson's disease.
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