Lewy Body Dementia
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8 Facts to Know About Lewy Body Dementia
Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a type of dementia that is often overshadowed by the most prevalent kind, Alzheimer's disease. To clear up the confusion, here are eight facts everyone should know about LBD.
26 CommentsDifferent Forms of Dementia Commonly Have Different Signs
There's a common misconception that the primary indicator of dementia is memory loss. The reality is that different forms of dementia have different signs. Learn which signs commonly correspond with each type of dementia.
2 CommentsAn Overview of the Types of Dementia
Dementia is a group of disorders differing in progression and parts of the brain affected. Learn differences between: Alzheimer's, Vascular Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia, and Frontotemporal Dementia.
11 CommentsParkinsonism: Other Disorders That Resemble Parkinson's
The uncontrollable shaking and tremors associated with Parkinson's disease are also present in several other senior health conditions.
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Lewy Body Dementia Questions
How to visit mom in nursing facility without getting her upset?
13 AnswersNJmom201 Replied Apr 27, 2024For those caring for ALS with Lewy Body Dementia, can you say on average, how many hallucinations are they having in a month?
2 AnswersMamacrow Replied Apr 26, 2024Doctor says mom has lewy body but the RN home health says vascular dementia? How do you know which one it is?
10 AnswersMamacrow Answered Apr 23, 202496yr old dad with Lewey Body Dementia doesn't want to eat! What to do?
31 AnswersDi1961 Replied Apr 7, 2024
Lewy Body Dementia Discussions
Anyone's dog suffering as a result of caring for someone with this disease?
12 CommentsLbdSlainWarrior Commented Feb 2023I'm looking for information on Lewy Body Dementia?
3 Commentslealonnie1 Commented Feb 2023Wife has been recently diagnosed with dementia (Lewys Bodies). I know dementia is not curable. How long is she likely to live?
4 CommentsBabs75 Commented Jan 2023Lewy Body and Second Marriage has made POA and medical care responsibilities difficult or impossible and Dad's increasing his need for care.
5 CommentsLBD1stATLGail Commented Feb 2021
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