19 Oct Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s Disease is a form of dementia characterized by the progressive degenerative brain syndrome that affects memory, thinking, behavior, and emotion.
Signs & Symptoms
- Loss of memory characterized by inability to recall past as well as new persons, events, situations, and information
- Difficulty finding the right words
- Difficulty understanding what people are saying
- Difficulty in performing previously routine tasks
Causes
- Destruction of brain cells disrupting the transmitters that carry messages in the brain, particularly those responsible for storing memories.
- Genetic factors
Prevention
- Staying mentally and socially active
- Eating right
- Exercising regularly
- Reducing stress
Treatment
Supportive medical care, pharmacological treatment for specific symptoms including disruptive behavior, and emotional support for patients and their families