Alzheimer’s causes memory loss and cognitive as well as behavioral disorders. These symptoms can be treated and managed for the best possible outcomes.
According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), the Philippines is among the countries with the highest rates of Alzheimer’s disease in the world. Alarmingly, for people over the age of 50, as the body weakens, the progression and deterioration of brain cells tend to accelerate significantly.
It is dangerous when Alzheimer’s disease progresses without treatment.
If not treated early, Alzheimer’s disease can progress rapidly, leading to severe brain damage, loss of cognitive function, and serious risks to the patient’s health and life.
This is a common symptom, causing the patient to forget important information, recent events, or not recognize relatives and friends. This condition gets worse and can lead to complete loss of cognitive ability.
Language and communication disorders:
Patients have difficulty finding the right words or participating in conversations. This causes them to become alienated, prone to depression, and increases the risk of social isolation
Behavioral and psychological disorders:
Symptoms such as anxiety, hallucinations, or irritability cause the patient to become unable to control their behavior, which can be dangerous to themselves and those around them.
Loss of self-care ability:
As the disease progresses, the patient gradually loses the ability to perform daily activities such as eating, personal hygiene, and requires constant care from loved ones.
Risk of falls and injuries:
Alzheimer's causes loss of coordination and impaired balance, which can lead to falls and injuries, making patients vulnerable to serious injuries.