Lorazepam-induced full resolution of catatonia and psychosis in Parkinson’s disease with acromegaly: a case report (opens in new tab)

BackgroundParkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the loss of dopamine-producing neurons, which results in motor issues such as tremors, stiffness, and slowness of movement. In addition to experiencing non-motor symptoms like psychosis. Catatonia, a psychomotor syndrome that is resulted from dopamine and cerebral cortical dysfunction, is considered a rare manifestation of PD patients. Acromegaly, a hormonal disorder caused by excessive growth hormone, often d...