In dementia the ability to have feelings is largely intact. In fact, it is often enhanced as evidenced by mood swings. How much dementia patients can formulate and express wishes depends on the stage of dementia.
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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.
There are several diseases that cause dementia. Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's are just two of those.
End stage dementia is so hard to deal with. Wathcing a loved one lose their mind is heart breaking. Spend time with her and don't frustrate her by trying to realize where, when or who she's with. Enjoy the time you have left when she's there and I'm sorry.
Some of the signs of end state dementia are extreme anger and loss of appetite and inability to recognize close relatives. Physical signs can also include weight loss and extreme apathy.
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Amnesia and dementia are two different diseases. While amnesia is more often than not, temporary, dementia is a long term disease that progressively worsens.
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Yes, repeating oneself can be a symptom of dementia, particularly in the early stages. It can be indicative of memory problems and difficulty with cognitive processing. However, it's important to consider other factors and consult a healthcare professional for a proper evaluation and diagnosis.
Dementia is the progressive decline in cognitive function due to damage or disease in the brain beyond what might be expected from normal aging. Dementia is far more common in the geriatric population but it may occur in any stage of adulthood. Since there is no cure for dementia, the best an individual can do is to prevent it from developing in the first place by leading an active life and using ones faculties in full - as the saying goes - "use it or lose it".
Signs of end-stage dementia may include severe cognitive decline, inability to communicate, profound memory loss, difficulty eating and swallowing, inability to recognize loved ones, and limited mobility. It is important for caregivers to provide comfort and support during this challenging time.