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Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer’s disease is a neurological condition in which the death of brain cells causes memory loss and cognitive decline and thus is a condition that affects the brain. The symptoms are mild at first and become more severe over time. It is named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer, who first described the condition in 1906.

One of the main features of the condition is the presence of plaques and tangles in the brain. Another feature is a loss of connection between the nerve cells, or neurons, in the brain. These features mean that information cannot pass easily between different areas of the brain or between the brain and the muscles or organs. The condition usually affects people aged 65 years and over, with only 10% of cases occurring in people younger than this.
There’s currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease. But there is medicine available that can temporarily reduce the symptoms. A person living with dementia will eventually need assistance with daily living. By using creativity and caregiving skills, you can adapt routines and activities as needs change.

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Signs & Symptoms

Common symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease include memory loss, language problems, and impulsive or unpredictable behavior. As the symptoms worsen, it becomes harder for people to remember recent events, to reason, and to recognize people they know. Eventually, a person with Alzheimer’s disease may need full-time assistance. Here are some symptoms to look out for:

Memory loss: A person may have difficulty taking in new information and remembering information. This can lead to:
Cognitive deficits: A person may experience difficulty with reasoning, complex tasks, and judgment. This can lead to:
Personality or behavior changes: A person may experience changes in personality and behavior that include:

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Diagnosis

There is no single test for Alzheimer’s disease. If a doctor suspects the presence of the condition, they will ask the person — and sometimes their family or caregivers — about their symptoms, experiences, and medical history. While the diagnosis is clinical, at Buddhi Clinic we use a combination of brain imaging, electrophysiology and blood tests to rule out reversible causes or other contributing factors. We also prescribe a thorough pre-rehabilitation assessment including an evaluation for co-morbidities (associated conditions) which will be required in all instances. At Buddhi Clinic our assessment includes standard outcome indicators for activities of daily life, quality of life, neuro-disability and mental health. In addition we can help dramatically improve a patient’s condition by understanding how their body functions with the help of:

Treatment

Treatments can relieve the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and improve quality of life for the patient and their family and caregivers.

The following are important elements of dementia care:
At Buddhi Clinic we analyze intellect, seizures and behaviour in tandem. Our Buddhi Clinic program addresses a gamut of problems – seizures, mood swings, acting out behaviors, delayed self-help skills, problems with emotional expression & socialization, etc. Apart from medication that enhances attention and memory, and improves overall behavioural issues, we have available a range of memory enhancement procedures including –
To learn more, please read our story of how to manage Intellectual Disabilities in The Buddhi Book. Patients with intellectual disabilities may also present additional problems, like seizures and behavioral dysfunction in about 50% of cases. At Buddhi Clinic we analyze intellect, seizures and behavior in tandem. Our Buddhi Clinic program addresses a wide range of problems like seizures, mood swings, acting out behaviors, delayed self-help skills, problems with emotional expression & socialization.
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