A Caregiver’s Guide to Alzheimer's Disease Symptoms and Stages; Exercise
A Caregiver’s Guide to Alzheimer's Disease Symptoms and Stages : What is Alzheimer? Warning Signs: Behavior In addition to memory loss, that is short-term memory is sketchy. Alzheimer's can cause confusion and behavior changes. Your loved one may get lost in familiar places. Mood swings and poor judgment are also common, as is poor hygiene. People who once dressed with style may resort to wearing stained clothes and unwashed hair. Don't Ignore the Signs While it's difficult to face the possibility that a loved one could have Alzheimer's, it's better to consult a doctor sooner rather than later. First, the diagnosis might not be Alzheimer's after all. The symptoms could be caused by a highly treatable problem, such as a thyroid imbalance. And if it is Alzheimer's, today's treatments work best when they are used early in the course of the disease. There is no simple test for Alzheimer's, so the doctor will rely on you to describe...