September 21st is celebrated as World Alzheimer’s Day around the world, dementia is an umbrella term for a variety of neurological disorders and Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia.
According to a report by the site time now news While dementia is an umbrella term for a variety of neurological disorders, Alzheimer’s is the most common type of dementia.
Some of the common myths and facts about Alzheimer’s disease are as follows:
Myth 1: It is purely hereditary.
Fact: While genes play an important role in determining a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, they do not guarantee that a variety of factors such as head trauma, lifestyle, and more can put people at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease..
Myth 2: Only people over 60 fall prey to it:
Fact: As the disease progresses, symptoms begin to appear more clearly after the age of 60. However, disease progression can occur as early as 30. Because the disease is in the initial stage, it may not be easy to recognize the symptoms..
Myth 3: Early life memory loss is a final sign:
Fact: If you forget where you kept your glasses, keys, or phone, it won’t always be an early sign of Alzheimer’s. Forgetting is not healthy but a normal part of aging. However, any signs should not be ignored, and for a better understanding, consult a doctor immediately.
Myth 4: Treatment can stop the disease from getting worse.
Fact: There is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease. While treatment can slow down the progression of the disease, it cannot stop it. It is important to understand that it is a progressive condition and will get worse over time and with age, however, one can always go for treatment and therapy to ease the burden of symptoms..
Myth 5: Once diagnosed, there is no hope.
Fact: A diagnosis is not the end of the world. People can survive for up to 10 to 20 years after being diagnosed with the disease. With the right care and support, there is always hope for a better life.
