Signs and Management of Alzyheimer's Disease
Can I get Alzheimer's disease?
Yes, anyone can get Alzheimer’s, but the disease has early signs. Let your doctor know if you have these symptoms:
1. Memory loss: Trouble recalling information, dates, or events. (normal age-related forgetfulness may occur but resolves)
2. Struggle to plan/solve problems: Finding it hard to do tasks, make plans, handle money.
3. Struggles with familiar tasks: Difficulty with everyday activities like driving, grocery lists.
4. Confusing time/place: Forgetting what time it is, where you are, how to get places.
5. Trouble seeing/understanding spaces: Changes in balance, reading, judging distance.
6. Trouble communicating: Trouble talking, pausing mid-sentence/repeating phrases.
Can you slow down Alzheimer's or its symptoms?
Can you slow down Alzheimer's or its symptoms?
Although there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s, there are things that you can do that aim to manage symptoms and slow down the progression of the disease. These include:
A. Medication Therapy– certain medications can help improve memory and thinking skills while
also managing behavioral symptoms.
B. Lifestyle changes like regular exercise, a balanced diet, and social engagement may also be
beneficial.
C. Therapies such as cognitive stimulation, occupational therapy, and reminiscence therapy can help maintain cognitive function and improve quality of life.
Always Best Care Senior Services has more information on Alzheimer's disease and ways to offer support. Learn more at AlwaysBestCareWNC.com, or contact them at 828-676-2939.
Always Best Care Senior Services has more information on Alzheimer's disease and ways to offer support. Learn more at AlwaysBestCareWNC.com, or contact them at 828-676-2939.