Good Health Is True Wealth
Being told you have any medical condition can be a very upsetting situation, but you don’t have to face it alone. However, it is up to you who you wish to tell or not tell, and how you wish to tell them. Educate Yourself Before you tell everyone, it is often best to educate yourself … Read more
There is no single test that proves a person has dementia, including Alzheimer’s. Rather, the diagnosis is made through a complete assessment that considers all possible causes. A doctor will look at a person’s: * Medical history * Physical condition* Neurological status* Mental abilities* Physical condition of the brain But with the growing concern amongst … Read more
There are a number of different forms of dementia. Not all dementia is Alzheimer’s. However, the various types often have some signs and symptoms in common. Common Symptoms of Dementia There are two types of symptoms, cognitive (related to thinking) and psychological changes. Cognitive changes * Memory loss, which is usually noticed by a spouse, … Read more
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive and eventually fatal disease of the brain. It causes impairment of the higher brain functions such as memory, thinking and personality. The rate of progression of the disease varies from person to person. A person may live from three to twenty years with Alzheimer’s disease, with the average being seven … Read more
What causes Alzheimer’s disease is not yet known. However, scientists are trying to find possible causes and identify trigger factors that may lead to the development of this potentially fatal disease. A significant amount of scientific research and clinical studies performed over the years has indicated that Alzheimer’s disease may be caused due to a … Read more
The symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease can be divided into two stages according to the progress- the early stage symptoms and the late stage symptoms. Early stage symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease In the early stages the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease can be very subtle. Some of the common symptoms during the early stages of the Alzheimer’s … Read more
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common forms of dementia. Dementia, in simple terms means loss of memory. Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive and eventually fatal disease of the brain. It causes impairment of the higher brain functions such as memory, thinking and personality. The Alzheimer’s disease is named after the German physician, Alois … Read more