Dementia and Alzheimer's: how the most common brain diseases differ.

According to The Sun: Alzheimer's disease and dementia are not the same thing, despite the fact that the terms are often grouped together and used as synonyms.

Dementia is a general term that encompasses many different conditions, including Alzheimer's disease.

Alzheimer's disease, which is the most common form of dementia, accounts for about two-thirds of dementia cases in the UK, causing some people to become confused.

Both diseases affect millions of people worldwide and are a leading cause of mortality around the globe.

What is dementia?

Dementia is a general term for the loss of the ability to remember, think, or make decisions that interfere with daily activities.

According to the Alzheimer’s Research UK, there are currently 944,000 people in the country living with dementia, more than ever before, and this number is expected to increase.

What is Alzheimer's disease?

Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia.

It is a degenerative brain disease that occurs due to complex changes in the brain caused by cell damage. Experts still do not fully understand the exact cause of this disease.

Alzheimer's disease leads to dementia symptoms such as problems with short-term memory, difficulty paying bills or remembering appointments.

How is dementia treated?

There is specific treatment for dementia, but unfortunately, there is no way to reverse the brain damage that has already occurred. However, treatments can help slow the progression of the condition. The main goal is to treat the underlying cause to prevent further issues such as strokes. Lifestyle changes, such as healthy eating, quitting smoking, staying physically fit, and limiting alcohol intake, can also be beneficial for patients.