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Although memory loss may be just a naturally occurring result of aging, an appointment with your doctor is the quickest way to discount or definitely diagnose the possible onset of Alzheimer's disease.

Early symptoms may go undectected, but in time forgetting familiar names and faces, or the location of everyday objects, appear to worsen in those suffering from Alzheimer's - as brain cells first begin to destroy memory and cognitive skills, followed by rapid decline in the late stages into total physical impairment.

As Alzheimer's progresses, patients may exhibit emotional responses that range from complete self-awarness and acceptance to total denial, depression, frustration or rage.

Invevitably, patients lose all awareness that they are not remembering or communicating coherently, but typically appear to be free of suffering if surrounded by caring professionals and loved ones.

Again, becoming forgetful does not necessarily mean that you are suffering from Alzheimer's.

Memory loss can simply be a natural effect of aging. It can also be a symptom of stress, depression, or even heart disease that can decrease the flow of blood to the brain. In some cases, symptoms can be caused by vitamin deficiencies or, more seriously, by an undetected brain tumor.

If you or a loved are suspected of having the disease, find out more about the signs and symptoms at expert sites offering more information on disease stages, memory loss or early signs of dementia, related diseases with Alzheimer's-like symptoms, plus other helpful resources on how to spot the early signs of Alzheimer's disease ....

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s - Symptoms - Brief overview with a list of common symptoms and signs to watch for, plus a chart comparing Alzheimer's and normal age-related memory changes.

Alzheimer's : Signs, Symptoms & Stages - Helpful information on what to look for in the early, mid and late stages of the disease, plus more details on personality changes, memory loss, and physical limitations as the disease progresses, with related references & resources.

The Forgetting - Symptoms - Recognizing Alzheimer's - Excellent online PBS presentation featuring video clips, a clickable map of the brain illustrating how Alzheimer's changes behaviors and abilities, along with what to expect while undergoing disease testing, related links & resources.

Understanding Alzheimer's Disease - Extensive overview with information on typical warning signs, a discussion on mild cognitive impairment, how symptoms progress and other health problems that may cause Alzheimer's-like symptoms.

Alzheimer's Disease Stages - Dementia Types - Alzheimer's Symptoms - Detailed discussion on the 7 stages of the disease from mild, to moderate, to very severe with related links & resources.

Memory Loss With Aging: What's Normal, What's Not - Good summary of the issues surrounding memory loss that naturally occur with age, typical causes, when to become concerned about serious memory loss, with related links to more information.

also see -> Dementia | Senior Health

This information is intended as reference and not as medical advice.
All treatment decisions should be made by medical professionals.