Of all stages of Alzheimer’s disease, late-stage progression into end-stage Alzheimer’s and death may be the hardest to understand. There is no other outcome for this type of dementia. Every person’s journey is different and unique, but the destination is the same, death. Why do I find so many other descriptions of late-stage Alzheimer’s Disease […]
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Alzheimer’s is a disease characterized in the brain by the evidence of tangled fibers and protein clumps. Alzheimer’s disease appears to affect people who are generally older. For a long time, Alzheimer’s was lumped together with other more common forms of dementia or senility.
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In many cases, when someone is diagnosed with a serious disease like Alzheimer’s, those closest to them may decide to care for them at home personally. It may not always be possible. There are certainly some good care facilities to help in extreme situations. Please understand that as fine as they may be in these
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Since 1906 when Alzheimer’s was first discovered and named, researchers and scientists have tried to understand what might be the exact cause of the disease. Researchers do not yet understand the direct cause of Alzheimer’s. The disease involves the progressive failure of brain cells. As with any disease, knowing the cause enables doctors to act
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Seniors often worry they are experiencing the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease. As people get older, it is natural to expect their abilities to change. However, each individual’s skills and health are different. Simple slips in memory that happen to everyone make older people wonder if they are losing their memory. Instead of simply accepting
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It is not unusual for any individual to experience absentmindedness or moments of confusion due to stress or temporary illness. If, however, these symptoms persist and worsen, it would be well to consult a physician to discuss your concerns. The sooner there is a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or that possibility is eliminated, the better. Not
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