7 Stages Of Dementia

1. What Are The 7 Stages Of Dementia?

2. 1. Mild Or No Symptoms The primary stage of Dementia shows mild or no symptoms at all. Like any other disease, the changes in the body and brain are not noticeable in the beginning. In stage 1, people notice mild symptoms like confusion and changes in mood. On the other hand, some people don’t notice any early symptoms. This stage is also known as pre-dementia.

3. 2. Mild Change In Cognitive Power In stage 2 of Dementia, there is a mild decline in cognitive power. Patients suffer in remembering little things. When diagnosed by doctors, mild symptoms of Dementia may or may not be noticed. There is some sort of forgetfulness in the people. One common example of this stage is not remembering the things in place. However, some people see it as a sign of aging. It is difficult for experts to diagnose Dementia at this stage.

4. 3. Mild Decline In the third stage of Dementia, the family may notice the patient’s memory decline. During this patient finds it difficult to remember the face and name of a person. Additionally, there is also a decline in cognitive power. Physicians find the impairment in memory by performing the tests. Some of the common symptoms shown in this stage are as follows: • Poor performance at work. • Getting lost. • Difficulty in driving. • Asking the same question repeatedly. • Inability to organize things. It is also possible to see some anxiety in the patient at this stage. At this stage, it is advised to go into a clinical trial.

5. 4. Moderate Cognitive Decline In stage 4 of Dementia, the individual starts to notice mood changes. It is difficult for the patient to participate in challenging activities. That’s why the people who suffer from this stage become socially withdrawn. Some of the common signs of this stage of Dementia are the inability to remember historic events, difficulty in handling finances, etc. During this, patients need special care from friends and family members.

6. 5. Moderate Dementia At this stage, a person needs proper care and assistance. It means in stage 5, people start to show moderate symptoms of Dementia. As a result, your loved ones need help in day-to-day activities. It is also dangerous to let me go out alone. Some signs the patient starts showing are memory loss, frustrating behavior, and confusion. When you notice these signs, you should consult the expert as soon as possible. Moreover, hire a permanent caregiver if you cannot care for the patient 24 x 7.

7. 6. Severe Cognitive Decline Stage 6 of Dementia is also known as middle Dementia. It is the stage at which doctors start the diagnosis process. Patients need proper attention while performing even simple activities. A decline in cognitive functioning can be seen at this stage. As a result, the patient forgets the name of even family members and close friends. Other symptoms like confusion and anxiety can also be seen in the daily life of dementia patients. At this stage, doctors recommend a treatment to control the symptoms.

8. 7. Last Stage Dementia It is the last stage of Dementia which shows a very severe cognitive decline. A person in this stage is unable to communicate properly. There is a need for 24/7 assistance for patients in the last stage of Dementia. Caregiving is the option that plays an important role in handling this stage of Dementia. Some of the common signs patients shows are as follows: • Difficulty in eating • Changes in weight • Loss of speech • Restlessness • Body infections In the seven stages of Dementia, you must consult with an expert. Patients need special care along with love at this stage.

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