It’s normal for the brain to lose neurons as we age. But for people with dementia, there is a much greater loss. Neurons stop working, lose connections with other brain cells, and eventually die, leading to symptoms that start gradually and worsen over time. View this infographic to learn about four types of dementia, how they […]
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Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a brain disorder that causes changes in thinking, mood, and behavior. It’s a progressive disease, meaning symptoms start slowly and worsen over time. Watch this video to learn about the main forms of LBD, how the disease changes the brain, common symptoms, and more. What Is Lewy Body Dementia? –
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Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a disease associated with abnormal deposits of a protein called alpha-synuclein in the brain. These deposits, called Lewy bodies, affect chemicals in the brain whose changes, in turn, can lead to problems with thinking, movement, behavior, and mood. Lewy body dementia is one of the most common causes of dementia. LBD
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Living with Lewy body dementia (LBD) can be challenging. Getting support from family, friends, and professionals is critical to ensuring the best possible quality of life. Take time to focus on your strengths, enjoy each day, and make the most of your time with family and friends. People living with LBD may find the following
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Dementia with Lewy bodies is often hard to diagnose because its early symptoms may resemble those of Alzheimer’s or a psychiatric illness. The good news is that doctors are increasingly able to diagnose Lewy body dementia earlier and more accurately as researchers identify which symptoms and biomarkers (biological signs of disease) help distinguish it from similar
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Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a disease associated with abnormal protein deposits called Lewy bodies. These deposits affect chemicals in the brain whose changes, in turn, can lead to problems with thinking, movement, behavior, and mood. Lewy body dementia is one of the most common causes of dementia. Lewy body dementia is a progressive disease,
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