Dementia is often permanent or progressive, but in some cases, the signs and symptoms may be treatable.
This makes early detection of cognitive decline crucial.
Here are a few signs that belong on any observation list.
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Signs and Symptoms of Dementia
The list of signs and symptoms associated with dementia is long.
Many overlap with other health conditions, though, so having some of them does not confirm cognitive impairment.
Not even a test can do so.
Common Types of Dementia
Despite popular belief, dementia can affect people of all ages.
It all depends on the cause and bang out.
Lewy Body Dementia
In Lewy body dementia, wads of protein accumulate in the brain.
These proteins can also be found in patients with Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases.
Vascular Dementia
Vascular dementia is second only to Alzheimer’s in its prevalence in people with dementia.
It occurs due to problems with the blood vessels that involve the brain.
People with these disorders have dementia-like symptoms or develop a form of dementia.
If certain parts of the brain are injured, dementia may subsequently develop.
Symptoms of traumatic brain injury include memory loss, difficulty communicating, depression, and rage.
People with Parkinsons often suffer from tremors, move slowly, and have trouble with balance and coordination.
It is common for people with Parkinsons to experience dementia symptoms.
Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease is a heritable disease characterized by the accumulation of proteins known as prions.
It is a fatal condition that occurs very rarely.
Signs include confusion, disorientation, depression, coordination problems, and difficulty speaking and concentrating.
Symptoms include forgetfulness, depression, difficulty communicating, and difficulty with physical movement.
This condition typically appears in ones 30s or 40s.
However, experts still recommend that people do what they can to reduce the odds of experiencing symptoms.
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