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Dementia
Recognising changes in cognitive abilities and planning care.
Understanding the condition
Dementia is a syndrome involving lasting impairment of cognitive abilities that increasingly affects daily life. Various illnesses can cause it, including Alzheimer's and vascular changes. The cause matters for treatment and advice.
Common symptoms
Memory, orientation, language, planning or behaviour may be affected. Relatives often notice changes first. Sudden confusion, in contrast, is not a typical slowly progressing dementia pattern and needs urgent medical assessment.
Diagnosis and assessment
We discuss progression, medicines and independence in daily life. Supporting tests, examination and appropriate blood tests aid assessment. Specialist investigations and imaging are arranged when needed. Hearing and sight problems can also affect assessment.
Treatment and ongoing care
Care includes condition-specific measures, treatment of other illnesses and practical support. Reliable routines, social contact and adapted activities can help. We discuss care assistance, safety and coordination of further services with you and your family.
Monitoring your progress together
We discuss which changes to watch for in everyday life and when another check-up would be useful. Your questions, personal goals and how well you tolerate treatment inform further decisions. Where needed, we coordinate with your treating specialists.
Your appointment at the practice
Bring your health insurance card, recent medical letters, existing test results and a medication list. Note any changes in your symptoms and your main questions. Do not change existing treatment yourself; we will discuss together whether adjustments are needed.