World Alzheimer’s Month: Dementia identified as a dangerous health problem in the 21st century

In India, the number of elderly people is likely to be higher here than in the rest of the world due to the ever-increasing number of elderly people. However, statistics show that one in three people still do not have the slightest awareness of the disease.
The main cause of this disorder is Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease causes cells in our brain to lose their vitality and slowly die. As a result, the way we think, the way we act, the way we behave in society, the way we become proficient, slowly and completely depend on others.
That is why dementia or the Alzheimer’s that cause it is being identified as a dangerous health problem in the 21st century. The World Health Organization is also working to raise awareness.World Alzheimer’s Month September 21st is World Alzheimer’s Day. It is held annually in September as part of Alzheimer’s Month. As part of these programs, efforts are being made to dispel fears and myths about the disease by raising awareness about it. Thus, efforts are being made to provide necessary treatment and assistance to those suffering from this disease.
Let’s talk about dementia .

According to Dr. Sindhu Vasireddy, Neurologist, Aster Prime Hospital, Ameerpet, Hyderabad ,Dementia is the collective name given to the symptoms of dementia, decreased thinking, behavioral changes, and intense emotions caused by various disorders that gradually arise in the brain. Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia are the most common types of dementia. These are responsible for 90% of dementia cases.

Ten types of dementia warnings : Forgetfulness,Problems in speaking the language,Lack of accurate identification of time and place,Inability to make the right decisions,Inability to remember affairs properly,Forgetting or losing where objects are kept, Changes in emotions and behavior,Lack of recognition of toys and special relationships,Attempt or inability to stay away from work or social activities.

Some difficulty in using the right words or not being able to understand what others are saying correctly
Having trouble presenting things that were usually done in the past
Changes in personal emotions

 

“There is no prescriptive drug that will stop the flow of emotions, though their effects can be curtailed. Doctors treat only the many symptoms that arise due to these. This means that there is no direct cure for dementia unless there is an attempt to reduce the impact of dementia by providing the necessary treatment for stress, anxiety, insomnia or irritability,” said According to Dr. Sindhu Vasireddy, Neurologist, Aster Prime Hospital, Ameerpet, Hyderabad

People with dementia should be able to memorize things by writing them down on a note or by other means so that they can remember things. Especially the precautions they have to take during this Kovid epidemic. For example, if they are washing their hands, they can put a note on the wash basin mirror that they use for 20 seconds. They should also be provided with notes on how to wash their hands and what sanitizer to use.

• In case they go to the pharmacy for medication, they should take full time medication. This can reduce their chances of forgetting medication.
• If these family members are able to decide what to do through a special plan in case of trouble they will have no trouble.

Alzheimers in COVID-19

• Alzheimer’s diseasedoes not increase the risk of a COVID-19 infection, but increased age and associated health conditions such as dementia may pose a risk.
• Those who show symptoms of dementia may forget to wash their hands or take other recommended precautions to prevent illness. In these cases, family members and caregivers can help by offering additional reminders or written notes and signs.
• If they show symptoms of COVID-19, family members and caregivers should avoid visiting patients in nursing homes or other places until their self-isolation period is complete.
• In addition, diseases like COVID-19 and the flu may worsen cognitive impairment due to dementia.