Alzheimer's disease and dementia
Seriousहिंदी: अल्जाइमर रोग · தமிழ்: அல்சைமர் நோய் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಆಲ್ಝೈಮರ್ ಕಾಯಿಲೆ · తెలుగు: ఆల్జీమర్ వ్యాధి · বাংলা: আলঝেইমার রোগ · मराठी: अल्झायमर रोग · ગુજરાતી: અલ્ઝાઈમર રોગ
About this condition
Dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, is increasing in India with the aging population. It causes progressive memory loss that interferes with daily life, unlike normal aging. Early symptoms include forgetting recent events, difficulty planning, and language problems. While there's no cure, early diagnosis allows planning and medications may slow progression.
Common symptoms
progressive memory lossconfusiondifficulty with familiar tasksgetting lost in familiar placespersonality changes
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When to see a doctor: within a week
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and dementia?
progressive memory loss, confusion, difficulty with familiar tasks, getting lost in familiar places, personality changes.
When should I see a doctor?
within a week
Is Alzheimer's disease and dementia common in India?
Alzheimer's disease and dementia is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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