Life after an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
Michalis 'BIG Mike' Kotzakolios


Defined Tag: Alzheimer’s Diagnosis.

Alzheimer's diagnosis is very tricky. Though the symptoms are well-known, they can also be the symptoms of other illnesses. The only true way to diagnose Alzheimer's is to examine the post-mortem brain for illness. MRI's are making it possible to see the Alzheimer's disease affects in a living brain, but the truest method is still physical examination after death.

That is not to say that there are no treatments for Alzheimer's disease, or that a loved one will not be diagnosed with Alzheimer's based upon the symptoms. There are many ways to treat Alzheimer's and many ways to help delay the onset completely. There are also ways to clinically declare an Alzheimer's diagnosis.

Alzheimer's disease can be diagnosed clinically based upon recall, behavior changes, and a change in one's brain patterns on an MRI. These clinical signs are extremely common to those who were found with Alzheimer's after death, so it is reasonable to assume that one who is displaying these signs has Alzheimer's disease. It is very common to get an Alzheimer's diagnosis on clinical signs alone.

There are treatments and preventive measures one can take to handle or prevent Alzheimer's disease. One such measure of prevention is to take regular doses of vitamin E and maintain a physically and mentally active lifestyle. Studies have shown a link between physical and mental health, and by providing the body with exercise, as well as problem solving skills, one is able to delay the onset of Alzheimer's.

Once Alzheimer's has set in, physical and mental activity can slow the progression. Medication can also be prescribed to help stabilize the condition. These medications can work in a few different ways. There are medications that block the amino acids that destroy the nerves and vital paths to memory and behavior. There are medications that help strengthen the paths and recall possibilities. There are mood stabilizers to help manage those who have not responded to the other medications.

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