Understanding different types of dementia

Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe the loss of neurons in the brain, a condition that worsens over time. Here are the four main types.

1. ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE

Alzheimer’s disease occurs when abnormal clusters of protein fragments slowly destroy memory and the ability to think. Common symptoms include getting lost, repeating questions and not recognizing friends and family. In the late stages of the disease, patients can’t communicate or perform simple tasks and must depend on others for care.

2. FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA (FTD)

FTD describes a condition in which neurons are damaged in the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain. Symptoms include trouble communicating, impaired judgment and decreased self-awareness. FTD is rare, and symptoms start younger than other types of dementia.

3. LEWY BODY DEMENTIA (LBD)

One of the most common forms of dementia, LBD describes abnormal protein deposits that affect brain chemicals. Symptoms include trouble thinking, loss of muscle control and mobility, mood swings and visual hallucinations.

4. VASCULAR DEMENTIA

Vascular dementia occurs when changes in blood vessels disrupt blood and oxygen flow to the brain, affecting thinking and memory. Symptoms can occur gradually or appear suddenly and resemble those of Alzheimer’s.

Some people have more than one type of dementia, making diagnosis difficult. Moreover, individual symptoms can vary. There’s no cure for these types of dementia. However, treatments are available. See your doctor if you or someone you know is showing signs of dementia.

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