5 early signs of Alzheimer’s disease

2024-01-02

Alzheimer’s accounts for 60-80% of all dementia cases

Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia and accounts for approximately 60-80% of all dementia cases. It is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that most often affects older adults, but it can also affect younger people in rare cases.

Recognizing the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease is critical to early diagnosis and treatment

Recognizing the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease is critical to early diagnosis and treatment, which can help improve the quality of life for both the affected person and their family. Below is a list of the five most common signs of Alzheimer’s:

  1. Memory loss:
    One of the most characteristic signs of Alzheimer’s is memory loss, especially when it comes to short-term memory. People with Alzheimer’s may have difficulty remembering recently learned information or important events. They may also have trouble remembering names of family members or friends, which can lead to confusion and anxiety.
  2. Difficulty making decisions and performing everyday tasks. Alzheimer’s also affects the ability to think, reason and perform everyday tasks. People with Alzheimer’s may have difficulty making decisions or handling complex tasks such as planning a meal or paying bills. They may also have trouble performing common tasks such as cooking or dressing, which can lead to frustration and self-doubt.
  3. Changes in language and communication. Changes in language and communication are also common signs of Alzheimer’s. People with Alzheimer’s may have difficulty finding the right words to describe something or to understand what others are saying to them. They may also have trouble reading and writing or following a conversation, which can make it difficult to interact with other people.
  4. Confusion and disorientation. Confusion and disorientation are common signs of Alzheimer’s, especially in later stages of the disease. People with Alzheimer’s may become confused about time, place or person and can no longer recognize places they used to be familiar with. They may also find it difficult to orient themselves even in familiar surroundings and can easily get lost.
  5. Changes in mood and behavior. Changes in mood and behavior are also common signs of Alzheimer’s. People with Alzheimer’s may become irritable, anxious, depressed or angry for no apparent reason. They may also become more suspicious or paranoid and may react to situations in unexpected or erratic ways.

Being aware of these common signs of Alzheimer’s is important for early diagnosis and treatment. If you notice any of these symptoms in yourself or a loved one, you should contact a doctor for a thorough evaluation and possible further follow-up. Early diagnosis and treatment can make a big difference in managing the disease and improving the quality of life for the affected person and their family.

Sensorem’s personal alarm has GPS positioning, medication reminders and automatic fall alarm

Sensorem’s personal alarm is an example of a technical aid specially developed for people with dementia. The personal alarm works outdoors and has built-in GPS positioning so that relatives can see the user’s position on a map in the Sensorem app. Relatives are automatically called by the personal alarm (two-way communication) if the user leaves a predetermined geographical area. The personal alarm also has medication reminders, which means that the watch emits a sound and tells the user that it is time to take their medication. The personal alarm can also alert automatically in the event of a fall with the built-in fall sensor.

 

 

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