{"id":11368,"date":"2025-10-09T11:09:33","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T08:09:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aktifinternational.com\/en\/?p=11368"},"modified":"2025-10-09T11:09:33","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T08:09:33","slug":"symptoms-of-alzheimers-disease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aktifinternational.com\/en\/symptoms-of-alzheimers-disease\/","title":{"rendered":"Symptoms of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Estimated reading time: 9 minutes 4 seconds<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aktifinternational.com\/en\/symptoms-of-alzheimers-disease\/#What_is_Alzheimers_Disease\" >What is Alzheimer&#8217;s Disease?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aktifinternational.com\/en\/symptoms-of-alzheimers-disease\/#What_are_the_symptoms_of_Alzheimers_disease\" >What are the symptoms of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aktifinternational.com\/en\/symptoms-of-alzheimers-disease\/#What_are_the_causes_of_Alzheimers_disease\" >What are the causes of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aktifinternational.com\/en\/symptoms-of-alzheimers-disease\/#Is_Alzheimers_disease_hereditary\" >Is Alzheimer&#8217;s disease hereditary?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aktifinternational.com\/en\/symptoms-of-alzheimers-disease\/#How_is_Alzheimers_disease_diagnosed\" >How is Alzheimer&#8217;s disease diagnosed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aktifinternational.com\/en\/symptoms-of-alzheimers-disease\/#Can_Alzheimers_disease_be_treated\" >Can Alzheimer&#8217;s disease be treated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aktifinternational.com\/en\/symptoms-of-alzheimers-disease\/#What_is_the_difference_between_Alzheimers_and_dementia\" >What is the difference between Alzheimer&#8217;s and dementia?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Alzheimers_Disease\"><\/span>What is Alzheimer&#8217;s Disease?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Alzheimer&#8217;s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the brain&#8217;s ability to function properly over the years. Alzheimer&#8217;s disease, the most common cause of dementia, is not a natural consequence of the aging process.<\/p>\n<p>The brain is the center of all cognitive processes and the control center of the nervous system. In this disease, the cells in the brain are damaged and begin to die. As the number of dying cells increases, the brain can no longer perform the functions it used to perform. As a result, Alzheimer&#8217;s, which initially manifests itself as mild confusion, can progress to a point where the person cannot recognize even those closest to them.<\/p>\n<p>Although Alzheimer&#8217;s is an incurable chronic disease, it is possible to take measures to improve the quality of life of the patient if it is recognized in the early stages and the right interventions are made.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_symptoms_of_Alzheimers_disease\"><\/span>What are the symptoms of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is not always easy to recognize the symptoms of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease at an early stage. These effects usually start gradually. In these early stages, minor confusion and problems with remembering can be dismissed as problems due to aging. However, in later stages, the intense effects of Alzheimer&#8217;s on daily life become apparent.<\/p>\n<p>Common symptoms of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease can be listed as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Difficulty in remembering recent topics:<\/strong> This involves the patient forgetting what they have learned recently and asking the same questions over and over again.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Difficulty in planning and follow-up:<\/strong> This includes difficulty in following simple instructions and performing tasks that the patient has done easily in the past.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Difficulty remembering time and place:<\/strong> The patient may have difficulty remembering what day and\/or date it is, where they are, and how they got there.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Difficulty in communication:<\/strong> The patient may not be able to find the right words when speaking, may have difficulty following conversations, or may have repetitive conversations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loss of routine placement:<\/strong> The patient may put things in unusual places. They may accuse others of theft because they cannot find things.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Poor judgment:<\/strong> The patient may give away large sums of money or valuables or neglect personal hygiene.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Withdrawal from social activities:<\/strong> The patient may lose interest in hobbies, work, or social activities because of difficulty keeping track.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mood and personality changes:<\/strong> The patient may become more suspicious, depressed, fearful, or anxious.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These symptoms can be very worrying. However, keep in mind that the severity and rate of progression can vary from person to person. Therefore, if you experience symptoms of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease, it is very important to act as quickly as possible and seek medical support for early diagnosis and correct treatment.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_causes_of_Alzheimers_disease\"><\/span>What are the causes of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Although there are some factors, risk groups, and biological causes that may be associated with Alzheimer&#8217;s disease, the exact cause of this disease is not known. Scientists believe that genetic inheritance, environmental factors, and lifestyle are some of the factors associated with Alzheimer&#8217;s disease.<\/p>\n<p>From a biological perspective, Alzheimer&#8217;s is associated with abnormal protein deposits in the brain. These protein deposits can take the form of amyloid plaques and tau tangles. In the former, the accumulation occurs between nerve cells and interferes with cell-to-cell communication, while in the latter, the accumulation occurs within cells and interferes with the transport of energy and information. This leads to the death of brain cells, resulting in Alzheimer&#8217;s-related symptoms.<\/p>\n<p>The most prominent risk factor associated with Alzheimer&#8217;s is age. The likelihood of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease is higher at the age of 65 and over than under 65. Other risk factors include genetic predisposition, high blood pressure and\/or diabetes, history of head trauma, inadequate sleep, sedentary lifestyle, and poor diet.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Alzheimers_disease_hereditary\"><\/span>Is Alzheimer&#8217;s disease hereditary?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There is no yes or no answer to this question. When analyzing the factors related to heredity, Alzheimer&#8217;s disease should be divided into two types: early-onset familial Alzheimer&#8217;s and late-onset Alzheimer&#8217;s.<\/p>\n<p>Early-onset Alzheimer&#8217;s disease, which is very strongly inherited, usually occurs in people under the age of 65. It is caused by certain gene mutations that are passed down through families, and if one of these mutations is inherited, it is almost certain that a person will develop Alzheimer&#8217;s disease.<\/p>\n<p>Late-onset Alzheimer&#8217;s involves a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Among the genes that can cause this type of Alzheimer&#8217;s, the APOE-e4 gene has been the subject of intensive research. Although this gene increases a person&#8217;s risk of developing Alzheimer&#8217;s, it does not necessarily mean that the person will develop Alzheimer&#8217;s. Similarly, it cannot be concluded that every person with a family history of Alzheimer&#8217;s will necessarily develop Alzheimer&#8217;s. Lifestyle and general health status may also have an impact on the occurrence or non-occurrence of the disease. Therefore, it is possible to say that many people with a family history of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease never develop the disease.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_Alzheimers_disease_diagnosed\"><\/span>How is Alzheimer&#8217;s disease diagnosed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There is no single test or form of examination used to diagnose Alzheimer&#8217;s disease. To make sure that symptoms thought to be related to Alzheimer&#8217;s are not caused by some other condition, the diagnostic process can often involve a combination of many different techniques. These techniques can be divided into the following three: medical examination, tests and imaging techniques, and blood tests.<\/p>\n<p>The medical examination begins with a thorough examination of the patient&#8217;s symptoms and listening to the patient&#8217;s family history and medical history. The doctor may also perform neurological examinations to assess the patient&#8217;s reflexes and coordination.<\/p>\n<p>Tests are carried out to determine whether there is a decline in cognitive abilities such as thinking, attention, and recall, and if so, to what extent. Symptoms associated with Alzheimer&#8217;s can be similar to those caused by tumors, strokes, or head trauma. Therefore, MRI and CT scans may also be used in the diagnostic process to make sure that the problem is not caused by these causes. In some cases, PET scans can also be used to detect abnormal amyloid or tau protein deposits in the brain.<\/p>\n<p>Another method that can be used to ensure that symptoms are not misleading is blood tests. The doctor will order certain blood tests to make sure that the symptoms are not caused by vitamin deficiencies or thyroid-related problems.<\/p>\n<p>After all these tests and examinations, the doctor can make an accurate diagnosis by examining the patient&#8217;s condition in depth. After the diagnosis of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease, the doctor will inform the patient about what can be done.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Alzheimers_disease_be_treated\"><\/span>Can Alzheimer&#8217;s disease be treated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Currently, there is no treatment method or medication that will put an end to Alzheimer&#8217;s disease. However, it is possible to slow down the progression of the disease or manage the symptoms in a way that makes the patient&#8217;s life easier.<\/p>\n<p>Currently, drugs such as cholinesterase inhibitors and memantine are used in Alzheimer&#8217;s treatment. These drugs are intended to eliminate the miscommunication between nerve cells that can cause Alzheimer&#8217;s. Although they do not offer a definitive cure for the disease, they can temporarily improve symptoms related to memory and thinking, especially when used in the early stages.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to medication, lifestyle adjustments and supportive care can also help manage symptoms. In particular, structured routines, memory-enhancing activities, physical activity, socializing activities, and a healthy diet can help the patient manage daily functions.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, studies on amyloid plaques, which are considered among the biological causes of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease and are associated with abnormal protein accumulation in the brain, and research on treatment methods are ongoing. These new treatments, which are now in the development stage, are promising for the elimination of Alzheimer&#8217;s disease as a problem in the future.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_difference_between_Alzheimers_and_dementia\"><\/span>What is the difference between Alzheimer&#8217;s and dementia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Dementia is a general term used to describe a decline in cognitive abilities such as memory, judgment, and communication that interferes with daily life, while Alzheimer&#8217;s disease is the most common and best-known cause of dementia. In other words, dementia is a syndrome, not a specific disease, and can be caused by a variety of conditions, including Alzheimer&#8217;s, vascular dementia, dementia with Lewy bodies, and others. Alzheimer&#8217;s is a specific brain disease that gradually destroys memory and thinking skills due to the accumulation of abnormal proteins in the brain. So, while all people with Alzheimer&#8217;s disease have dementia, not all people with dementia have Alzheimer&#8217;s disease.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Estimated reading time: 9 minutes 4 seconds What is Alzheimer&#8217;s Disease? Alzheimer&#8217;s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the brain&#8217;s ability to function properly over the years. Alzheimer&#8217;s disease, the most common cause of dementia, is not a natural consequence of the aging process. 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