Diagnosing and Treating Mild to Moderate Alzheimer's Disease
Changes in memory become normal as people become older, but memory loss that interferes with daily life is not normal. It may, in fact, be a case of Alzheimer's disease. That's why getting a proper diagnosis is the only way to know.
There is no single test that will diagnose Alzheimer's disease. In order to diagnose Alzheimer's disease, your loved one's doctor must rule out other possible causes of symptoms, such as forgetfulness. A complete evaluation helps determine whether Alzheimer's disease is the cause of a person's symptoms.
The healthcare professional may:
Carry out a complete physical exam
Take urine or blood samples, or both
Carry out memory and psychological tests to see how well the brain is working
Order a brain scan (like a computerized tomography scan)
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