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The difference is in the symptoms.
Alzheimer Disease is a form of progressive dementia with its own syndrome and final results (death).
Dementia in general refers to any progressive decline in cognitive function due to damage or disease in the brain beyond what might be expected from normal aging.
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Is dementia and alzheimers the same?
Not exactly. Alzheimer's is one form of Dementia, but there are others.
Who would win in a football match feturing Alzheimers Vs Dementia?
Alzheimers is a type of dementia so you can not really compare the two.However alzheimers is a very agressive disease so therefore i would consider it to be the worst of the two.
What causes delusions in the elderly?
Brain cell death; dementia; alzheimers.
How easy is it to differentiate between Alzheimers versus other types of dementia?
Depending on the external circumstances, it can be either easy or difficult. The causes of Alzheimer's are unknown whereas other types of dementia can be brought about by strokes or other "attacks" where blood flow to the brain has been interrupted. Additionally, the time it takes for symptoms to appear can be an indication of which type of memory-effecting disorder it is.
Does post polio syndrome cause low hemoglobin and dementia?
There is no evidence that Post Polis Syndrome can cause dementia, but PPS sufferers' can develop dementia which is non-related to PPS, such as Alzheimers' Disease.
Does Pernell Roberts have Dementia or Alzheimers?
No, he does not have either one. He is perfectly sane and of excellent mind and memory.
Ruling out dementia and alzheimers what can cause hallucinations in elderly?
Don't neglect the possibility of badly managed medication.
Brain disorder marked by dementia and personality changes?
they are probably looking for alzheimers but this probably fits other diagnoses
What is the ribbon color for dementia?
The ribbon that supports people with Alzheimers is purple.
Where can I find some info on treatments of dementia?
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.
Sophia is being evaluated for non-Alzheimers dementia What are a few areas her physician might explore in seeking the cause for her condition?
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Is alzheimers common?
Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, or loss of intellectual function, among people aged 65 and older.
