Prevalence of Alzheimer's disease
Approximately 8 to 10% of all persons older than 65 have Alzheimer's disease and nearly 30 to 50% of persons older than 85 have the disease. |
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Diagnosis - Alzheimer's disease
There is no specific diagnostic test but several investigation need to be done. |
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Managing dementia
No treatment is currently available that can stop or cure Alzheimer's disease. However, new medications are available that can improve memory and delay the progression |
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Description of dementia
Dementia is a brain condition characterised by progressive intellectual impairment. The word is derived from Latin; de "from", and mens "mind" or "brain".
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Causes of dementia
The most common cause of dementia in older adults is Alzheimer's disease. The exact cause of Alzheimer's disease is unknown. |
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Symptoms and signs
At first the only symptom may be mild forgetfulness. As the disease progresses, different aspects of brain functioning become impaired. |
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When to see a doctor
If a family member or friend displays signs of Alzheimer’s disease over time, you must call your doctor. The person may not know they have the disease and will need help.
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