Seniors Showing Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
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Interview Questions Dr. Devere
Q: Dr. Devere, you are a doctor in Austin who specializes in Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Neurology. May we ask you some questions about health care that we are often asked and have often heard answered poorly by others?
A: Yes, you may.
Q: Regarding Trends in Health of the Elderly: In addition to good nutrition, a multi-vitamin, and proper hygiene, what are some additional tips that Senior citizens can use to stay healthy throughout the year?
A: To maintain Brain Health, it is important to exercise physically and keep your brain active by reading, gardening, games and socialization. Be sure you don’t have untreated high cholesterol, high blood pressure or early diabetes.
Q: Regarding Symptoms and Diagnosis: One of the most commonly asked questions that our readers ask is, “What are the symptoms of dementia and/or Alzheimer’s?” We want to ask a greater question: What at-home, non-professional tools can we use to recognize symptoms of numerous elder related illness, disease, and disorder? How will we separate true health issues from basic age-related decline?
A: If caregivers or friends recognize that a person’s memory is abnormal and especially if it interferes with Basic Daily activity, which is not normal, they should be evaluated by a physician. Not all memory loss is Alzheimer’s. Most conditions causing memory loss are treatable, including Alzheimer’s
Q: Regarding Later-life Housing: The statistics say that a fraction of people pass away suddenly/unexpectedly; it is far more likely that we will all have a normal, healthy decline. This means that people will likely spend their waning years at home or in some form of skilled nursing or assisted living institution. AARP tells that people have a preference to stay in their homes; not a surprise to anyone, but as living one one’s own becomes increasingly difficult, what steps can they take to age in place successfully?
A: People with physical and/or cognitive abnormalities will likely need help from their spouses or family. Help with basic home Activities and meds can be obtained by hiring aides through Home Care and Companionship Service Agencies. Assisted Living facilities with or without a spouse are available. Nursing Homes really should be a last resort if the above considerations fail.
Q: Thank you Dr. Devere. May our readers continue to ask questions of you?
A: Yes, Absolutely. They can reach me at 1200 Lakeway Dr # 8, Lakeway, TX 78734 and (512) 261-7909
