" WHAT IS ALZHEIMERS DISEASE? "


IT'S MORE THAN JUST FORGETTING THINGS

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About 4 million people in the U.S. have Alzheimer's. It is an illness that makes it hard for people to remember, think, and use language. It can make them act strange or seem moody. After a while, people with Alzheimer's have a hard time with things like using the phone, cooking or handling money.

Sadly, many people think the early symptoms of Alzheimer's are signs of normal aging. So Alzheimer's is often not diagnosed and treated early.

The disease is more common in older adults. And it affects all races. About 1 (One) in 10 (Ten) people over the age of 65(sixty five) have Alzheimer's. As many as 5(five) in 10(ten) people over the age of 85(eighty five) have Alzheimer's.

Through research, we are learning more about how the brain is affected in Alzheimer's. We do not yet know how to prevent or cure it.  But we know how to treat its symptoms.

People with Alzheimer's often do better if they start treatment early.  Also, treatment may help people keep doing their daily tasks longer.

WHAT DO I LOOK FOR: ;The symtoms of alzheimers

The first symptoms of Alzheimer's may be hard to tell from the normal signs of aging. Forgetting names. Forgetting phone numbers. Losing things more often. People may accept these as a normal part of aging. But don't ignore them. When they affect daily life, they may be early symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Symptoms can vary from person to person. Some common symptoms of Alzheimer's are:

  • Memory loss
  • Problems doing familiar tasks
  • Problems with language
  • Trouble knowing the time, date, or place
  • Poor or decreased judgment
  • Problems with abstract thinking
  • Misplacing things often, such as keys
  • Changes in mood and behavior
  • Changes in personality
  • Loss of interest in starting projects or doing things

    IS IT ALZHEIMERS?

    If someone close to you has memory loss, it may be Alzheimer's. Forgetting some things can be a normal part of aging. But it could be an early sign of Alzheimer's when it affects daily life. Only the doctor can tell if the symptoms are Alzheimer's.

    Try The Memory "Check" list  Click to access

    Give the best care you can, BUT!! Don't forget "your" health

    Caring for someone with Alzheimer's is hard.  And it can become too much at times. Studies have shown that caregivers themselves can get depressed and ill. Even more so if they do not get enough support.

    One of the hardest things for caregivers to deal with is the changing behaviors that some Alzheimer's patients may experience. Even daily tasks like eating and bathing can become frustrating for both you and the person you care for. Tips provided in this section will help you manage these a little better. But remember to find your own ways to do things. Everyone's situation is a little different.

    Keep an eye on your own health and don't be afraid to ask for help. Both your body and your mind are important. Taking good care of yourself will help you take better care of them.For more specificsaricept.com/2004.php>

    Helpful Ideas To Get Someone To Visit A Doctor

    Often people who have memory problems don’t want to admit it. Worse, 3(three) to 5(five) years often pass from the first symptoms to diagnosis. Early diagnosis is important. If you suspect the person you care for has Alzheimer's, it is critical to get them to a doctor.  If it is Alzheimer's, they should get all that treatment has to offer.

  • Make the appointment for the time of day that the person is doing their best.
  • Be confident and self assured when you tell the person you care for that you're taking them to the doctor.
    Tell Them There's Help
    Many people know there is no cure for Alzheimer's disease. But there are ways to diagnose the disease and treat the symptoms.
    Involve the whole family
    Have everyone join in. For example, each family member can go through the Memory Checklist for the person you care for. Print out the results.
    Ask you doctor for help
    Mail or fax the finished Memory Checklist for the person you care for, to their doctor. Then follow-up with a phone call to explain the situation. The doctor may have good advice on a way to get your loved one into the doctors office.

    Statistics: Alzheimer's disease in the United States

    An estimated 4.5 million Americans have Alzheimer's disease, more than double the number In 1980.
    Eleven (11) to sixteen (16) million Americans could have Alzheimer's by 2050.
    Delaying the onset of Alzheimer's by five years could reduce the number of people wlth the disease by nearly 50 percent within 50 years. One (1) In Ten (10) Americans said that they had a family member with Alzheimer's and One (1) in Three (3) knew someone with the disease.
    Increasing age is the greatest risk factor for Alzheimer's, with one (1) in Ten (10) over Sixty-Five (65) and nearly half over Eighty-Five (85) affected.
    Rare, Inherited forms of the disease can strike Individuals as early as their Thirties (30s) and Forties (40s.)
    A person with Alzheimer's disease will live an average of eight (8) years and up to as many as Twenty (20) years from the onset of symptoms, depending on the person's age and severity of other medical conditions.

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