OSF HealthCare: Understanding Lewy Body Dementia
April 30, 2024
April 30, 2024
PEORIA, Illinois, April 30 -- OSF HealthCare issued the following news:
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Key takeaways:
* Lewy body dementia is associated with abnormal protein clumps in the brain. It's usually diagnosed after someone dies.
* Symptoms include hallucinations, movement issues, changes in concentration and alertness and loss of thinking abilities.
* Treatment includes medication and changing daily habits to make the person comfortable.
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Key takeaways:
* Lewy body dementia is associated with abnormal protein clumps in the brain. It's usually diagnosed after someone dies.
* Symptoms include hallucinations, movement issues, changes in concentration and alertness and loss of thinking abilities.
* Treatment includes medication and changing daily habits to make the person comfortable.