Sympathetic and sensory nerve fiber function in multiple system atrophy and idiopathic Parkinson ’s disease

ConclusionIn contrast to MSA, we found evidence of peripheral adrenoreceptor hypersensitivity in PD, probably caused by peripheral sympathetic denervation. Sensory testing revealed peripheral neuropathy and central pain sensitization in PD and MSA. Jointly, our data demonstrate autonomic and somatosensory dysfunction in PD and MSA.
Source: Journal of Neurology - Category: Neurology Source Type: research