By 2050, cases of dementia will reach a whopping 139 million people. The prevalence of dementia in the general population is enormous. It’s a ticking time bomb.
“People are living longer. From the neck down we are in very good shape. Because we can cope with heart problems very easily, but the brain is still at risk of dementia,” says neurologist Alexandra Alekhina, especially for MedicForum.
This discouraging prediction highlights symptom awareness.
Symptoms may indicate a deranged state:
- Personality changes
- Changes in the patient’s ability to work
- Forgetfulness
- Difficulty finding the right word
- It’s hard to walk.
Signs as symptoms to be aware of: memory loss, difficulty concentrating, difficulty performing normal daily tasks; confusion about time and place; mood changes.
People may just seem different.
“People say, ‘I’m not the same as before, but I can’t put it into words.’ Or the family will say that he or she is no longer the same person. They cannot express it in words. It feels like something has changed.”
The good news is that while some risk factors, such as age, are non-negotiable, There are many lifestyle changes that can reduce the risk of dementia.
Compliance healthy diet, smoking cessation and reduction in alcohol consumption are just some of the effective changes you can make.
It also recommends staying physically, mentally and socially active.
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Important! The information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. At the first sign of disease, consult a doctor.
2023-06-08 12:13:36
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