What is early stage Alzheimers disease?
In its mild or early stage, Alzheimer’s disease (AD) may be overlooked both by individuals developing AD and by those around them. Lack of awareness may be an early AD symptom, although some are keenly aware of diminished memory and thinking abilities. Family and friends may ignore early symptoms hoping they will not progress or because they think nothing can be done to treat AD. Symptoms that should lead to early evaluation include: • Problems with memory — forgetting recent events, repeatedly asking the same questions, not being able to find and use familiar words or losing things • Inability to follow previously mastered routines — following a recipe or selecting appropriate clothing • Less interest in previously important activities and less ability to start or follow them through — not performing personal hygiene routines • Getting lost in familiar surroundings and/or not being sure of the day or date • Unexpected changes in mood or behaviors It is possible that stress, busy sched
