Affect multiple areas of thinking
Are noticed by family or friends
Dementia Can Have Different Causes
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, but it is not the only one.
Other causes include:
Vascular dementia
Lewy body dementia
Frontotemporal dementia
Parkinson’s disease dementia
Mixed dementia
Some medical problems can also mimic dementia, including:
Vitamin B12 deficiency
Thyroid disorders
Depression
Medication side effects
Sleep apnea
Infections
Alcohol misuse
Hearing loss
That is why evaluation matters.
