Dementia
Dementia is a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking and social abilities severely enough to interfere with your daily life.It is caused by specific changes in the brain.
Causes of Dementia
²Alzheimer's disease
²Parkinson's disease
²Multiple brain strokes
²Severe brain injuries
²Brain tumors
²Vitamin B12 deficiency
Risk factors for Dementia
vAge
vGenetics
vFamily history
vAtherosclerosis
vSmoking/Alcohol intake
vDiabetes
Treatment of dementia
Dementia treatment focuses on managing symptoms, slowing disease progression, and improving quality of life. Several approaches can help, depending on the type and stage of dementia.
Medications
ØCholinesterase inhibitors
ØMemantine
ØOther medications
Therapies
ØOccupational therapy
ØKeeping the surroundings of patient simple
ØSupporting in the daily activities and making them simple
Dr Varun Reddy
DM Neurology, AIIMS New Delhi
Senior Neurologist
WhatsApp message us : +91 73865 77796
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