Early Diagnosis Of Dementia

Question: Why is early diagnosis important?

Answer: Some conditions are reversible, or their progression can be slowed. For this reason, evaluation may be planned with neurology / geriatrics / psychiatry and, when necessary, neurosurgery.

If you answer “yes” to the questions below, seek medical evaluation as soon as possible from a neurologist, geriatric specialist, neurosurgeon, or psychiatrist:

• Do you think your memory problem is more severe than most people’s?
• Does your mind no longer feel as clear as it used to be?
• Have you abandoned most of your daily activities and interests?
• Is it difficult for you to start new plans/projects?
• Do you have difficulty concentrating?
• Do you have difficulty making decisions?