Palliative Care In Dementia

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Introduction

Dementia refers to a collection of symptoms that appear when diseases such as Alzheimer's or vascular dementia damage the brain, and not does not considered a normal process with aging. Initially, dementia's impact is mild but may worsens over time, affecting each person differently. The majority of individuals with advanced dementia spend their final days in institutional settings, where they often experience various challenging symptoms and complications.

In the early stages, cognitive issues are prominent, involving memory, thinking, and behavior, with changes in personality and speech. Physical symptoms generally appear later. Early dementia may cause challenges in remembering recent events, focusing, planning, decision-making, language comprehension, and communication. People with dementia might struggle to understand visual information, misjudge distances, or misinterpret patterns.

As dementia progresses to advanced stages, it significantly affects memory, communication, and daily activities. The rate at which symptoms worsen varies based on the type of dementia and is unique to each individual. They may have trouble talking and moving, and often needing help to get around. They might show their feelings or needs through actions, especially when they're upset or confused. In addition, individuals may not recognize loved ones or remember personal details.

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