What is Alzheimer’s?
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder in which the brain loses function over time and nerve cells die. The disease is characterized by symptoms such as memory loss, impaired thinking and decision-making skills, and personality changes. Although Alzheimer’s usually occurs at an advanced age, the effects of the disease can be slowed down with early diagnosis and treatment.
How Does the Diagnosis Process Proceed?
Metropol Health Group offers a comprehensive evaluation process for patients with Alzheimer’s symptoms:
- Neuropsychological Tests: Tests evaluating memory, attention, problem solving and language skills are applied.
- Imaging Techniques: MRI or PET scans examine the structural and functional status of the brain in detail.
- Comprehensive Health Analysis: Alzheimer’s-related risk factors are assessed, taking into account the patient’s medical history and general health status.
This process is important to diagnose the disease early and start treatment quickly.
What are the Symptoms of Alzheimer’s?
- Memory Loss Difficulty remembering everyday events and things that happened in the recent past.
- Difficulty Thinking and Decision Making: Decreased ability to plan and organize.
- Speech and Language Problems: Difficulty finding words, impaired ability to form sentences.
- Difficulty in daily life: Difficulty with routine tasks such as shopping, paying bills, etc.
- Behavioral Changes: Restlessness, depression, marked changes in personality.
What are the Treatment Methods?
- Medication Therapy: Medications used to support memory and cognitive functions and slow the progression of the disease.
- Mind Exercises and Therapies: Cognitive therapies and activities to strengthen memory skills.
- Lifestyle Changes: Maintaining the patient’s general health through healthy eating, regular exercise and social activities.
- Supportive Services: Improving quality of life through counseling and care plans for patients and families.
Metropol Health Group’s Approach
Early diagnosis and personalized treatment plans in Alzheimer’s treatment are of great importance to improve the quality of life of patients. Metropol Health Group offers comprehensive support to Alzheimer’s patients and their families with its expert staff and modern diagnostic methods. We are with you in coping with the disease!
