How is Lewy body Dementia assessed?
No single test can diagnose Lewy body Dementia. Doctors diagnose the disease through a process of eliminating other diseases and conditions that can cause similar symptoms. Assessment may include a neurological exam that emphasizes gait, posture and the degree of rigidity. What are the risk factors for Lewy body Dementia? At present, there is no known cause of Lewy body Dementia and risk factors have not been identified. However, Lewy bodies contain a protein associated with Parkinson’s and are often found in the brains of people with Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s disease, suggesting that the three conditions may be linked in some way. If a family member has the disease, there may be an increased risk of developing the disease. Lewy body Dementia is more common in men than in women. Is there treatment? At present, there is no cure for Lewy body Dementia. It is sometimes possible to use medications to treat symptoms such as those associated with Parkinson’s, depression, and unpleasant hall
