What progressive nervous system disorder is primarily characterized by the degeneration of dopamine-producing neurons in the substantia nigra?
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Parkinson’s disease
Dopamine is a chemical messenger that helps control smooth, purposeful muscle movements. When these neurons die, the resulting lack of dopamine causes the tremors and balance issues that are characteristic of the disease.
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