Almost a year ago, my mother-in-law started having memory and functional issues. It started off mostly innocuous. She was having issues with technology. After her husband passed away almost 4 years ago and being in her 80’s, it was to be expected. She also was “retired” against her will almost a year ago. So, with …
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What is Dementia?
Dementia is a catch-all term that includes Alzheimer’s disease, Lewy body dementia, and vascular dementia. It describes a loss of memory and other changes that are related to abnormal brain changes. According to the Alzheimer’s Association: “….these changes trigger a decline in thinking skills, also known as cognitive abilities, severe enough to impair daily life …
Factors that Contribute to Dementia
Several risk factors contribute to dementia. Further than what you would expect, several risk factors are associated with dementia. Articles by Stanford Medicine spell these risk factors out. Let’s take a look at some risk factors that have an impact. Age The older you get the more likely you are to experience dementia. This goes …
The Risk of Atrial Fibrillation and How It Impacts Dementia
Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia and is increasing worldwide. It has been associated with increased mortality, although it has seen increased longevity after diagnosis due to improved therapies and improved treatment of comorbidites. AF has also been associated with stroke. Stroke and Dementia One study revealed that “… In an analysis of …
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