NS Disease 3-Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions. Brain cell connections and the cells themselves degenerate and die, eventually destroying memory and other important mental functions. It is a chronic disease that tends to afflict people over age 60. As of 2013, 5.1 million Americans have Alzheimer's disease. 

Memory loss and confusion are the main symptoms. Other symptoms include:

•difficulty thinking and understanding, forgetfulness

•inability to recognize common things, or difficulty concentrating

•irritability, agitation, lack of restraint

No cure exists, but medications and management strategies may temporarily improve symptoms. Commons drugs prescribed to people who have Alzheimer's are Memantine, Donepezil, Galantamine, Rivastigmine through the skin or by mouth. People suffering from Alzheimer's may need to see multiple specialists, such as a neurologist to help with brain functions, and a geriatrician to help with health care in aging. People diagnosed with Alzheimer's are generally advised to perform more exercise and consume a vitamin enriched diet. 

Sources:

http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alzheimers-disease/basics/definition/con-20023871?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=abstract&utm_content=Alzheimers-disease&utm_campaign=Knowledge-panel