Dementia Look-A-Likes

MCI Mild Cognitive Impairment: What is it? Who gets it?

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MCI means mild problems with thinking and memory that do not interfere with everyday activities, although forgetfulness is often apparent. Is it fair to call it pre-dementia? Learn the signs, odds and types of MCI.

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NPH - The Alzheimer's Imitator

Alzheimer's Imitator - Art Workup

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What if someone you know was diagnosed with Alzheimer's but instead has a condition that can actually be cured? NPH is a common illness that imitates Alzheimer's in 5% of cases, as Dr. Holly Phillips explains.

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What is MCI (Mild Cognitive Impairment)?

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In this video, learn the significance of MCI, or Mild Cognitive Impairment. The brain works, but not quite. A diagnosis of MCI is important. It can offer the chance to delay or even prevent a dementia such as Alzheimer's. Watch this HBO presentation to know the signs.

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Dementia due to Hypothyroidism

Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands (Courtesy Wikipedia.org)

Hypothyroidism is a medical condition that occurs when your thyroid gland does not produce enough of certain chemicals or hormones required for proper functioning. Dementia is a commonly overlooked symptom of the condition that often becomes misdiagnosed.

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Pseudodementia

Psychological Masquerade, by Robert Taylor, MD

When treated (as depression), in contrast to true dementia, pseudodementia often responds positively with a parallel improvement in cognition.

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