2023-04-24 11:50:27
Thailand has completely entered the aging society in 2022 and the number of elderly people will continue to increase in the near future. for grandchildren The deteriorated body and mind of parents at home It may cause us to worry and feel uncomfortable. Many people are afraid that the adults at home, when they do nothing, will forget and affect living alone. Today we have invited Dr. Krittawit Rungjang, an internist who specializes in the brain and nervous system. brain and nervous system center Wimut Hospital to help tell about risky behaviors dementia including related symptoms and guidelines for caring when someone close to them is diagnosed with the aforementioned disease
dementia Not just Alzheimer’s
“First of all, I would like to understand the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease by ‘Dementia group’ Refers to a condition in which cognitive function decreases It starts from the higher level of brain function in one of all 6 areas: concentration, decision-making and planning, memory, and language. relational dimensions and socialization Which this disorder affects daily life, while ‘Alzheimer’s disease’ is a type of dementia that mainly affects memory, thinking processes and behavior, which means that some people with dementia Patients may not have Alzheimer’s,” explains Dr. Krittawit Rungjang.
Why is “Dementia” more common in people aged 65 years and over?
dementia including Alzheimer’s disease It is often found in the elderly, especially aged 65 years and over, as it is associated with deterioration of the body. When people get older Brain cells and blood vessels in the brain may be more damaged. There will be an accumulation of a type of protein called ‘Beta-Amyloid (beta-amyloid)’ which affects the functioning of the neural networks in the brain, in addition, when people get older Are more likely to suffer from other diseases that will increase the risk of dementia, such as high blood pressure, diabetes and ischemic heart disease, etc. lead to dementia but genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors All play an important role in the pathogenesis. It was also found that young people can develop dementia. But the cause is often genetic. having an accident that affects the brain tissue Use of certain drugs or sleeping pills HIV infection or syphilis or encephalitis caused by autoimmune conditions (Autoimmune encephalitis),” said Dr. Krittawit Rungjang.
Shed light on the warning signs and symptoms that should be noticed for dementia.
“The early symptoms of dementia that people at home should observe. It is a short-term forgetfulness of new things, as well as difficulties in using language to communicate, using incorrect words, slurring speech, losing directions and places. Starting to have trouble managing tasks step-by-step or unable to make decisions, plan and think analytically as before This can result in changes in mood and behavior in everyday life. When these symptoms occur, people at home can observe and take them to see a doctor for evaluation.”
dementia Diagnosis is based on medical history from the patient and relatives. medical examination laboratory blood test and the Major Cognitive Screening (MoCA or TMSE) to assess attention, concentration, organization, memory, visual and pattern-building skills, conceptual thinking, numeracy, and state perception. around
Can dementia be cured? Get to know prevention methods
“At present there is no evidence that there is a drug that can cure the disease. But there may be some groups of drugs that can be used to treat symptoms and supportive treatment of the disease. The method of selecting the drug will depend on the cause and symptoms of each patient. Non-drug treatments such as occupational therapy can help restore memory and allow the patient to return to daily activities. There is also speech therapy (Speech therapy) in patients with speech communication problems. Including behavior modification by the patient himself (Lifestyle modification) is very useful in helping to restore the symptoms of dementia. And there is currently no drug that can prevent dementia. But we also have ways to reduce the risk of disease, such as exercising regularly. Eat nutritious food, don’t smoke, take care of your health and treat chronic illnesses. do activities that train the brain, such as reading books, and finally, an annual health check-up to be aware of every disease, ”Dr. Krittawit Rungjang concluded.
Thank you information from:
- Wimut Hospital Those who are interested want to consult a doctor at Vimut Hospital. You can contact us at the 6th floor, Brain and Nervous System Center.
#forgetfulness #stuttering #Warning #signs #symptoms #dementia #protection