Deteriorating memory can be the first sign of a treatable disease. Don't accept the diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease before it has been properly diagnosed by a physician. Most of the patients will not beliefs that they are having alzhemeir's disease they will say that I just have a bad memory today! But it will continue and deteriorate until they forget everything they do a few minutes ago.

Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia, affecting over half of all dementia sufferers.

Alzheimer's disease tends to progress, deteriorate and lead to death within 2 to 15 years. However, the progress of the illness varies a lot between individuals. For some, the illness may progress slowly over many years, whereas for others it may progress rapidly.

A number of other treatable medical conditions can mimic Alzheimer's disease. These include thyroid problems, infections, vitamin deficiencies, depression and anxiety. It is vital that any elderly person who is concerned about whether they may be getting Alzheimer's disease sees their family doctor and receives a full medical assessment.

Never assume that an old person who becomes forgetful will have Alzheimer's disease. For the majority of old people, forgetfulness is simply a nuisance, and some does not develop Alzheimer's disease.

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