What are some visible symptoms of Alzheimer’s?

Alzheimer’s is often left untreated in many cases for it is confused with dementia or senility which is a natural and gradual occurrence in old age. However there are some tell tale signs that if observed can help identify Alzheimer’s early on.

  • Difficulty in performing simple daily tasks that require co-ordination such as buttoning up a shirt, tying of shoe laces, cooking, dressing, bathing etc.
  • Forgetting recent happenings and names points towards Alzheimer’s in adults over 65 years of age.
  • Misplacing things frequently or placing things such as car keys in the sink or dinner plates on the steps.
  • Having problems with simple judgment such as clothing – wearing three shirts instead of one, wearing many layers of socks or not wearing a shirt or any other item of clothing are pointers towards Alzheimer’s in your parents.

To know more see How to know if your parent has Alzheimer’s?


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