How do I know if I have Alzheimer's disease?

Question: Recently I forgot the names of many acquaintances and I am worried that this is an early manifestation of Alzheimer's disease. So how do I know if I have a disease?

I have met countless old people who have asked this question. When you reach the age of 60, you begin to wonder whether losing a key is more serious than the same thing when you were young.

The frightening fact is that Alzheimer's disease begins with a difficult expression when recalling familiar people / objects. Or, you start having trouble with simple numbers and calculations in your head. These unpleasant things are very common in even elderly people with healthy minds, so we should not be too worried that these initial manifestations will evolve into Alzheimer's.

But, if Alzheimer's progresses, it can make people forget how to brush their teeth or switch TV channels. And it will enter a critical period when a person cannot do personal work entirely and must rely on the care of others.

So, when should you go to the doctor to discuss your memory problem?

That depends on the subjective assessment of each person. I recently realized that I don't remember the names of movie stars or soccer players like before. I think it is due to the overload of the brain. As we get older, the brain stores so many memories that we cannot call out what we need.

If Alzheimer's progresses, it can make people forget how to brush their teeth or switch TV channels.(Photo: TopNews)

I don't have to worry about my memory problems or see a doctor right away. But if you are worried, go check.

Current tests include a thorough assessment of physical, neurological and mental aspects. A medical history may also be conducted, which includes information on the use of drugs, diets and other medical conditions. Blood and urine tests are also a possibility. There are also memory tests, language skills and problem solving. Brain scans are also on the list of work that can be done.

If you have a memory problem, see your doctor with a positive attitude. The fact that there are many different medical conditions can lead to Alzheimer's-like symptoms, in which some conditions can be treated immediately: high fever, dehydration, malnutrition, drug reactions , thyroid problems, or minor lesions in the head.

It may also be emotional. Sadness, loneliness, anxiety, depression are likely to affect those who start retirement or are facing the death of their loved ones. The process of adapting to similar changes can make you forgetful.

Clearly, early treatment of Alzheimer's disease has many effects. Early detection will help patients and their families with specific plans for the future. It allows people to have time to discuss care and treatment while the patient himself can participate in the decision. Early treatment also offers many opportunities to treat symptoms of the disease.

Today, some people in the early and middle stages of Alzheimer's are prescribed medication to delay the development of some disease symptoms.

Scientists are actively working to develop new drugs to treat Alzheimer's. Although studies help us understand more useful things, humanity has yet to know what causes this disease and has yet to find a cure for it.