Introduction
to Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive,
fatal illness that causes areas of the brain to shrink. The resulting symptoms
start with memory loss and other cognitive deficits, advancing to major personality
changes and eventual loss of control over bodily functions.
The disease
currently affects one in 10 people over age 65, and nearly half of those over
85.
Many people experience mild memory losses with aging, but Alzheimer's
creates a more noticeable and rapid decline in memory and other cognitive skills.
If you become concerned about such mental changes in yourself or a loved one,
it may be time to consult a physician.
The Main Stages of Alzheimer's
Disease
Stage |
Defining Characteristics |
| Early-Stage
Alzheimer's (Mild) |
Memory loss or other cognitive
deficits are noticeable, yet the person can compensate for them and continue to
function independently. |
| Mid-Stage Alzheimer's
(Moderate) |
Mental abilities decline, personality
changes, and physical problems develop so that the person becomes more dependent
on caregivers. |
| Late-Stage Alzheimer's (Severe) |
Complete
deterioration of personality and loss of control over bodily functions requires
total dependence on others, for even the most basic activities of daily living. |
The stages identify groups of symptoms that reflect more
brain decay and increasing dependence. The end result of Alzheimer's is death,
whether caused by the inability of the brain to keep the body functioning, or
by another disease or injury along the way.
By the middle stage of Alzheimer's,
most victims are no longer aware that they don't remember things or aren't communicating
coherently. This may be fortunate for them. In a safe environment with good care
and social contact, most Alzheimer's patients seem relatively free of suffering.
For friends and relatives of Alzheimer's, the long steady decline
of their loved one is painful to watch. The demands of care takes a toll, over
the many years before inevitable death. Depression is more common among the caregivers
of Alzheimer's patients, than among the patients themselves.
It is
important to recognize problems early, and get help for them.
As the end
of life approaches, the Alzheimer's patient may require around-the-clock care.
It will be necessary for loved ones to decide whether that care can occur at home
or in a facility. The guidance of a physician or a hospice team will be needed.
Possible Causes of Alzheimer's Disease
Free radicals are considered
to be the main cause of aging diseases, including coronary artery disease, cancer,
rheumatoid arthritis, bronchitis and periodontitis. Free radicals are also thought
to be an important cause of Alzheimer's disease by causing oxidation of brain
neurons.
Other factors contributing may
include inflammation, head trauma, heavy metals, viral infections, pesticides,
electromagnetic fields, genetics, melatonin deficiency, acetylcholine deficiency,
elevated homocysteine, high fat diet, depression, Vitamin B 12 deficiency, folic
acid deficiency, hormone imbalances, lack of mental stimulation, and lack of physical
exercise.
Prevention
is the Key
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Prevention
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we
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Regular cleansing of your body will begin
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To be healthy, you must be in
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emotionally, mentally and spiritually, has a direct impact on your physical well
being.
It takes less than 12 hours to do
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Exercise
for Preventing Alzheimer's Disease
Physical activity
can help prevent Alzheimer's disease, as supported by a recent Finnish study showing
that middle-age people taking regular exercise at least twice a week could reduce
their risk of developing Alzheimer's disease by 50% in old age.
On March 3, 2005, Dr. Miia Kivipelto (neurologist and Alzheimer's disease
specialist at Stockholm's Gerontology Research Center) told an Amsterdam conference
on old age, organized by Britain's Royal College of Psychiatrists,
"An active lifestyle, both physical, mental and social, is preventive.
It's never too early to start to prevent Alzheimer's disease."
Regular exercise and a healthy diet could go a long way
to reducing the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, she said, adding that
studies have shown that people with high blood pressure, high cholesterol and
obesity could have a greater risk of Alzheimer's or other dementia than those
with a more active, healthy lifestyle.
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