{"id":3774,"date":"2017-05-20T10:49:45","date_gmt":"2017-05-20T10:49:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/braintest.com\/?p=3774"},"modified":"2019-12-06T18:53:13","modified_gmt":"2019-12-06T18:53:13","slug":"can-suffer-mild-dementia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/braintest.com\/es\/can-suffer-mild-dementia\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Suffer From Mild Dementia?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Did you know that between 15 and 20 percent of adults over the age of 65 may suffer from <\/span><\/span>mild cognitive impairment (MCI)<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/u><\/span><\/span>? This means, that although they may notice changes in cognition, they are not typically severe enough to interfere with everyday life or the ability to function independently. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

In some cases, these individuals will go on to develop dementia symptoms which are progressive in nature, and when this occurs, the earliest stages will yield signs associated with mild dementia. <\/span><\/p>\n

If you have been wondering, is there such thing as ‘mild dementia’ \u2014 then this guide is for you. Learn what the stages of dementia are, as well as what you can potentially do about the symptoms you or your loved one are currently experiencing. <\/span><\/p>\n

Is It Possible to Have ‘Mild’ Dementia?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

While focusing on the most common type of dementia, which is Alzheimer’s, it’s important to note that this disease is degenerative and progressive. Over time, symptoms will worsen and currently, there isn’t a cure. As you would expect with any progressive condition, a patient will go through key stages. <\/span><\/p>\n

When an individual is functioning within the earliest stages, this is what’s known as mild dementia \u2014 but how does it differ in terms of MCI? <\/span><\/p>\n

As mentioned, MCI does not typically interfere with everyday life \u2014 even though cognitive impairment is apparent. In comparison, mild dementia will affect more than one cognitive domain and interference with daily life will become evident. There is a fine line between mild dementia in terms of being the earliest stages of Alzheimer’s and MCI \u2014 which is why it’s important to be aware of <\/span><\/span>the stages of dementia<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/u><\/span><\/span>:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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    Stage one<\/b><\/span><\/span> \u2014 this stage includes healthy individuals who exhibit no memory loss and no symptoms of dementia. Overall, no cognitive decline will be apparent.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      Stage two<\/b><\/span><\/span> \u2014 this stage will exhibit very mild cognitive decline and is typically associated with the aging process. At this point, symptoms will not be evident to a physician or loved ones. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        Stage three <\/b><\/span><\/span>\u2014 from this point, individuals will begin to experience mild dementia, as they display increased forgetfulness, including reduced work performance. At this point, the average duration before the onset of dementia is 7 years. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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          Stage four<\/b><\/span><\/span> \u2014 this stage will cause individuals to struggle in a number of areas, including the ability to manage their finances and travel alone. Some patients will be in denial, whereas others will begin to withdraw from loved ones \u2014 as socializing becomes increasingly difficult. This is what’s known as moderate cognitive decline.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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            Stage five<\/b><\/span><\/span> \u2014 at this point, patients will need assistance bathing, dressing, preparing meals, etc. Memory loss will be highly apparent, as patients may not know where they are or what day it is. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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              Stage six<\/b><\/span><\/span> \u2014 moving into stage six, individuals will be suffering from middle dementia and will require extensive assistance. Many will remember the details of their early years, but typically have no memory of more recent events or even the names of their loved ones. Personality changes can take effect and delusions may surface. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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                Stage seven<\/b><\/span><\/span> \u2014 known as late dementia, patients cannot generally communicate and even their ability to walk. Symptoms will be very severe in relation to cognitive decline. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                When Living with Mild Dementia <\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

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                Depending on the cause of one’s mild dementia, progression will differ \u2014 but when <\/span><\/span>dealing with the early stages of Alzheimer’s<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/u><\/span><\/span>, understanding what to expect can help both you and your loved ones prepare. If you or a loved one were just recently diagnosed, here are some practical tips:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n