The stages of dementia can be sometimes over looked as just forgetfulness or carelessness. You should watch for memory issues, forgetting names and faces. They may get irritable, suffer with insomnia, and even forget to feed themselves.
The early stages she will not seem very much, if at all, as having dementia but later into the disease she will begin to show problems in cognitive function and memory.
The first stages of dementia include symptoms like memory loss, impaired judgement, faulty reasoning, balance problems, agitation, confusion, and paranoia.
There are more than 80 different types of dementia. The most common are Alzheimer's, Vascular Dementia and Frontal Temporal Dementia. Alzheimer's and Vascular Dementia are very similar in terms of the effects on the person who has them (at least until Alzheimer's progresses into later stages). FTD is a very different type.
Dementia is caused by death of cells in the brain's cerebral cortex. It's the loss of mental ability severe enough that it intrudes in daily life. There are many conditions that can cause dementia. Symptoms include memory loss, difficulty understanding language, and bad judgement.
Yes, rocking back and forth can be a symptom of dementia, particularly in advanced stages. This behavior is known as "pacing" and is often a way for individuals with dementia to self-soothe or cope with agitation and anxiety. It is important to discuss this behavior with a healthcare professional to determine the underlying cause and appropriate management strategies.
Forgetfulness can be a common sign of dementia, particularly in the early stages. Rambling speech, on the other hand, could be a symptom of cognitive impairment but is not a specific indicator of dementia on its own. It's important to consult a healthcare professional for a proper evaluation if you or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms.
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It is very likely that Margaret Thatcher has Alzheimer's. Most people are confused by the term dementia. Dementia is a set of symptoms and is not a disease. To have dementia symptoms, one must have an overlying disease that causes the dementia symptoms. Alzheimer's disease causes 70-80% of all cases of dementia symptoms. Other diseases such as Huntington's disease, Picks disease, Lewy Body disease, Front Temporal also causes dementia symptoms. Parkinson's disease in late stages also may cause dementia symptoms. If one were to say that a person exhibiting dementia symptoms had Alzheimer's disease, one would be right 4 out of times based on statistics alone.
Some symptoms of dementia can include memory loss, depression, changes in mood and personality and periods of mental confusion. It is recommended to contact your doctor as it appears that you have symptoms of dementia; dementia is progressive and is best when it is sorted out at the earliest stage.
The internet has such a vast amount of knowledge for us today. Try searching online for "end stages of dementia" and see what different types of articles you can find. I found one at: http://www.aginghomehealthcare.com/end-stage-dementia.html Good luck!
You can find some options regarding different dementia treatments here: http://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/tc/dementia-treatment-overview Be sure to read it thoroughly though, as there are different stages of dementia and different causes. I recommend consulting a doctor.
Your mothers doctor will be able to diagnose whether or not she is going through the early stages of dementia or if there is another medical problem at hand. Have her evaluated by a professional before moving forward.