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Diabetes, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, and vitamin B deficiencies may cause neurological damage leading to what condition?
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Correct Answer:
Gait disturbances.
Rationale:
🔷 Neurological damage from conditions like diabetes, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, and vitamin B deficiencies commonly affects motor coordination and balance, resulting in gait disturbances.
🔷 Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes and muscle rigidity from Parkinson’s disease interfere with normal walking patterns.
🔷 Stroke may cause hemiparesis or spasticity, further impacting mobility.
🔷 Vitamin B deficiencies (especially B12) lead to sensory ataxia and balance issues.
🔷 Early identification of gait problems reduces the risk of falls and fractures in older adults.
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