What tests are used to help make an Alzheimer's diagnosis?
Dr. Larry Lawhorne discusses the tests used to diagnose Alzheimer’s.
If Alzheimer's affects the ability to function, how does one die from the disease?
Dr. Larry Lawhorne discusses how someone can die from Alzheimer’s disease.
How do doctors help patients and families manage the daily progression of Alzheimer's disease?
Dr. Larry Lawhorne discusses how doctors help patients and families manage the daily progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
What about psychological testing to make an Alzheimer's diagnosis?
Dr. Larry Lawhorne discusses how psychological testing is used to diagnose Alzheimer’s.
How do the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease progress?
Dr. Larry Lawhorne discusses how the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease progress.
Why is it important to diagnose Alzheimer's early?
Dr. Larry Lawhorne discusses the importance of an early Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis.
What's the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's disease?
Dr. Larry Lawhorne discusses the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
What resources do you recommend for someone newly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease?
Dr. Larry Lawhorne discusses helpful resources for someone newly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.
Are there preventive steps everyone can follow to ward off Alzheimer’s?
Dr. Larry Lawhorne discusses preventive steps everyone can follow to ward off Alzheimer’s.
Is there a difference in life expectancy for patients who take medicine and for those who don't?
Dr. Larry Lawhorne discusses life expectancy for Alzheimer’s patients who take medication and those who don’t.
What do family members need to remember when a relative gets an early Alzheimer's diagnosis?
Dr. Larry Lawhorne discusses what family members should remember when a relative gets an early Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
Can patients take part in clinical trials for Alzheimer's disease?
Dr. Larry Lawhorne discusses how patients can take part in clinical trials.