If you are concerned about your own memory, or you are worried about changes you have noticed with the memory, personality or behaviour of someone close to you, it is important to consult a GP as soon as possible, so that an accurate diagnosis is made. This will make sure you are given appropriate advice, support and treatment, and means you can make plans for the future.
Going to the GP can also highlight and address treatable conditions that initially look like dementia but are not. Depression, vitamin B12 deficiency, delirium, thyroid problems, infections or vascular problems can all affect a person’s alertness, memory or brain function.
The importance of getting a diagnosis
Seeking a diagnosis can be scary or overwhelming, and some people feel they’d rather delay finding out. There are four main reasons you should take steps to getting a diagnosis as soon as you can
Although there is no cure for dementia at present, medication and other interventions can be used to help manage and lessen the symptoms.
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