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MISDIAGNOSIS? Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) is often mistaken for Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s. People typically go through 18 months and 3 doctors to get a correct diagnosis. Learn what to do about it.
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TRAILER: Robin Williams and his battle with Lewy Body Dementia.
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Lewy Body dementia is the 2nd most common form of dementia. See
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This “Overview for Med Students” sums up 5 common types of dementia: Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Lewy body, vascular and frontotemporal dementia. Watch now.
Four Types of Fish Fight Lewy Body Dementia
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October is Lewy Body Dementia Awareness Month! See what you can learn and how you can help.
Diagnosis is Everything: Robin William’s Wife on His Lewy Body Dementia
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A very personal and moving account of coping with the impacts of Lewy Body Dementia. Susan served on the board at the American Brain Foundation and is a prominent advocate for LBD and brain research.
Aricept (Donepezil) for Dementia with Lewy Bodies
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There are no approved treatments for DLB, though it is the second most common type of dementia. Do drugs like donepezil hold the key?
4 Cardinal Signs of Lewy Body Dementia
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Expert Dr. William A. Van Horn explains what is Lewy Body Dementia, and what you can do to maximize quality of life for your family and your loved one suffering with LBD.
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