MAN IN CHINA SUFFERS DECADES OF DEPRESSION AFTER FALSE BOSS BLAME, LEADING TO PARKINSON’S
Doctor says years of insomnia and depression had played significant role in onset of Parkinson's disease in Wang
A man in China who suffered from depression and insomnia for decades, following a wrongful scolding by his boss, has developed Parkinson's disease, according to his doctor.
Recently, a 70-year-old man surnamed Wang, from central China's Henan province, sought medical consultation at a hospital for his insomnia struggles, as reported by Henan Minsheng Channel.
Wang believes his condition originated from an incident 32 years ago when he was unjustly blamed by his boss.
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He expressed: "It wasn't my mistake, but the boss punished me anyway. I've been upset about it ever since."
"It took a toll on me mentally. Since then, I've had to rely on medication for sleep, my memory has worsened, and I've experienced dizziness and headaches."
Details regarding the incident and the nature of Wang's job have not been disclosed.
Over the years, Wang visited six hospitals across the country, but medication offered only limited relief. Eventually, he sought acupuncture therapy at the Henan Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Dr Niu Chaoyang performed acupuncture on various points on Wang's brain. He noted that years of insomnia and depression had contributed to the onset of Parkinson's disease in Wang.
Parkinson's disease is a degenerative brain condition characterised by tremors, slowed movement, and balance issues, primarily affecting older adults. It is caused by the loss of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain, influenced by genetic changes and environmental factors. The disease currently has no cure.
As of 2023, there were about 9 million Parkinson's patients worldwide, with one-third living in China.
Treatment for Parkinson's disease mainly consists of medication and surgery.
Dr Sun Linjuan from the Xiyuan Hospital of the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences also highlighted the importance of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). She pointed out that exercise therapies like tai chi can aid Parkinson's patients in strength training.
Niu advised Wang to avoid emotional stress before bedtime. In response, Wang chose to release his resentment and adhere to the acupuncture treatment plan.
After more than 20 days of therapy, Wang reported that he could sleep for a few hours each day without medication and was noticing improvements.
Wang's story has generated considerable discussion on Weibo.
One online observer remarked: "It's just not worth it. This man punished himself for 32 years over his boss's mistake."
Another commenter noted: "Having a broad mindset is important; otherwise, anger will ultimately harm your own body."
A third individual shared their experience: "My boss always shifted the blame onto me when something went wrong. I could not take it any more, so I quit and confronted my boss. It was incredibly satisfying."
Reports of workplace stress leading to illness have emerged throughout China. In February last year, a woman from southern China was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis after experiencing blurred vision and leg weakness following a month of continuous overtime work.
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2024-11-21T06:20:39Z
