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February 14, 2007
Know the Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease
What you don't know about Alzheimer's disease could hurt you. That's why it's important to seek medical attention if you experience any of these warning signs:
Increasing and persistent forgetfulness.
Difficulty performing familiar tasks.
Problems with finding the right words to express your thoughts.
Disorientation with time and place.
Poor or impaired judgment.
Problems with abstract thinking.
Putting everyday items in illogical places.
Changes in mood, behavior or personality.
Forgetfulness and confusion can also be caused by diabetes, thyroid disease, depression, drug interaction and vitamin deficiencies. These symptoms may also indicate the presence of another form of dementia.
If you have Alzheimer's or another form of dementia, the sooner you're evaluated and diagnosed, the more options you're likely to have in improving your symptoms.
Although Alzheimer's is a progressive disease with no known cure, drugs may temporarily slow the progression of the disease or improve symptoms. An early diagnosis may give you the opportunity to be involved in making important legal, financial, social and medical decisions that will affect you and your family.
Source: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
Labels: Alzheimer's symptoms
posted by Dr.Koudinov @ 14.2.07
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