Alzheimer's Disease is defined as a progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions. The symptoms are unforgiving and life-altering. They include memory impairment, difficulty speaking, impaired judgment, disorientation, confusion, and behavioral changes. It is impossible to be completely certain about an Alzheimer's diagnosis until a post mortem examination is performed, and the brain tissue is examined. …show more content…
A syndrome is a group of symptoms with no definite diagnosis. ("Dementia vs. Alzheimer's") A person with dementia will have a decline in their ability to think, communicate, and remember. There are many forms of dementia caused by progressive diseases such as Alzheimer's Disease, Huntington's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, and HIV. In rare cases, it is seen with drug abuse, the presence of a brain tumor, hyperglycemia, vascular diseases, and metabolic disorders. Although most forms of dementia are irreversible, there is hope for the patients suffering due to drug abuse, tumors, hyperglycemia, and metabolic disorders. Most treatments for dementia will only worsen the condition over time. The preferred plan of action is to simply manage the symptoms. On average, a patient will live ten years following the Dementia diagnosis. Much like with Alzheimer's the patient will no longer have the ability to recognize a serious medical issue until it is too