Alzheimer's Symptoms: Early Warning Signs
Michalis 'BIG Mike' Kotzakolios


Defined Tag: Alzheimer's Symptoms.

Many people experience memory disturbances at some point in their lives. It is not unusual for people of all ages to forget the name of a book they just finished, where they put their wallet or even why they went to the grocery store. Age tends to intensify memory problems, making it hard to determine whether they're a natural part of the aging process or something more serious, but Alzheimer's symptoms are more significant than forgetting someone's name.

In general, people suffering from Alzheimer's Disease suffer from forgetfulness which makes it difficult or impossible for them to complete the simple tasks of daily living. Someone who is forgetful might not remember that they placed their car keys next to the computer, but someone in the early stages of Alzheimer's Disease may repeatedly put the keys in inappropriate places, such as inside the cupboard or the refrigerator. A person with Alzheimer's may put toothpaste on their toothbrush, but forget to brush their teeth. Then, when they find their toothbrush later, they may have no memory of how the toothpaste got there.

Some people with Alzheimer's will dress inappropriately for weather conditions. They may wear a raincoat on a sunny day. They might venture outside in the winter time with only a robe and slippers, or they might pile layers of clothing on when it's 90 degrees outside.

Loss of time and space might also indicate Alzheimer's Disease. People with Alzheimer's may know that it's 3 o'clock, but not have any idea whether it's 3 a.m. or 3 p.m. Someone who gets lost driving two miles to the grocery store when it's a route they've taken for 30 years may be in the early stages of Alzheimer's.

People with Alzheimer's Disease may struggle to recognize significant people in their lives. While everyone occasionally forgets a name, people with Alzheimer's might forget a co-worker's name in addition to the fact that they are a co-worker, making them seem like a virtual stranger.

Difficulty in communication can also be an early sign of Alzheimer's Disease. A person with Alzheimer's may know that they want to say, "It was a red car," but be completely unable to remember the word "red." Problems with communication can become obvious when someone abruptly stops speaking in mid-sentence and appears to be searching for a word or becomes agitated and frustrated.

Especially in the early stages of the disease, Alzheimer's symptoms can mimic the aging process, but in cases where memory loss interferes with a person's quality of life, the best course of action is to seek the advice of a physician.

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