What is Alzheimer’s disease? Tampa
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain condition that causes brain cells to degenerate and die. Initially, the condition may affect memory, such as difficulty recalling conversations or recent events. However, over time, the loss of brain cells leads to dementia and causes changes in thinking, behavior, and social skills that impairs your ability to function independently.
What are the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s symptoms usually begin with alterations in memory. As the disease progresses, memory loss worsens, and other symptoms develop. Alzheimer’s disease symptoms may include:
- Forgetting conversations or appointments
- Misplacing items used frequently
- Getting lost in familiar places
- Having difficulty finding the right words
- Finding it difficult to multitask
- Making poor decisions
- Struggling to perform routine tasks (cooking, games)
- Alzheimer’s disease can also affect mood and behavior and lead to depression, anxiety, or delusional thinking.
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