Dementia Does Exist

Dementia is a serious disease that affects millions of seniors. Each year, more and more seniors are being diagnosed. There is no cure for this disease, though there are some medications that may help slow the progression. Some people will even argue that the disease does not exist, but it does. Below are some facts about dementia.

1. In 2050, more than 14 million people will be affected by this disease.

2.  This increase will cause huge cost increases for the healthcare system.

3. There are a few medications that are being used to help slow the progression of the disease. Some patients report positive changes, but many do not notice a difference at all.

4. The actual cause of the disease has not yet been discovered. There has been many research projects conducted and the results indicate that there could be many factors involved in the development of dementia.

5. In the case of dementia, each senior will react differently. They will have different symptoms, different progression rates and will react differently to medications. Doctors are now focusing on the individual instead of the disease as a whole.

Source: Ultra Wellness Center

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