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Being diagnosed withAlzheimers diseasecan be deeply distressing for you and your loved ones.
Talk to your healthcare provider about your symptoms and ask them what it’s possible for you to expect.
Coping With Physical Symptoms
Thesymptoms of Alzheimers diseasecan make everyday tasks challenging.
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These are difficult steps to take.
Preventing Falls
The later stages of Alzheimers can also involve issues with coordination, says Marottoli.
He says an assistive gadget such as a cane or walker can help you maintain your balance.
Coordination and balance-related issues can make you more prone to falling.
If you are able to, you should get your affairs in order as soon as possible.
Richard Marottoli, MD
Alzheimers disease can be emotionally taxing on patients and caregivers.
This can cause considerable stress and add to your difficulties.
Accepting assistance can feel like youre losing your independence or giving up control of your life.
Over time, the disease can cause significant changes in your mood and behavior.
Confusion, anger,apathy, depression, and paranoia are some of the symptoms you might experience.
They can be difficult for your loved ones and caregivers as well.
He recommends finding one that is geared toward your needs, like early-onset or early-stage groups, for instance.
Caregiving can be very difficult and draining, but also very rewarding.
They may also hit or bite loved ones and caregivers.
Inform their healthcare provider about these symptoms, as they may be able to prescribe medication that can help.
National Institute on Aging.Alzheimers disease: common medical problems.
National Institute on Aging.Managing personality and behavior changes in Alzheimer’s.
