How to Recognize Vascular Dementia
According to the Mayo Clinic, “Vascular dementia is an umbrella term that describes impairments in cognitive function caused by problems in blood vessels that feed the brain.”
In some cases, a blood vessel may be completely blocked, causing a stroke. Not all strokes cause vascular dementia. It depends on the severity of the stroke, where the stroke occurred and the portion of the brain that’s affected. Vascular dementia also can occur when blood vessels in the brain narrow, reducing the amount of blood flow to those sections of the brain.
The prevalence of vascular dementia ranges from 1 to 4 percent in people over the age of 65. Because few treatments are available for vascular dementia, prevention is crucial.”
Helpguide.org outlines the physical signs and symptoms as:
- Memory problems
- Dizziness
- Leg or arm weakness
- Lack of concentration
- Moving with rapid, shuffling steps
- Loss of bladder or bowel control
Helpguide.org also lists behavioral signs and symptoms to be aware of:
- Slurred speech
- Language problems
- Abnormal behavior
- Wandering or getting lost in familiar surroundings
- Laughing or crying inappropriately
- Difficulty following instructions
- Problems handling money
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