Ways to Help Manage Alzheimer’s Disease

This article is for people who have Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and their care partners, or anyone who wants to learn more about medicines approved for Alzheimer’s disease. The goal of this activity is to help you talk with your doctor about managing AD and which treatments are recommended for you or the person you’re caring for.

You will learn about:

• What Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is and its stages

• Ways to help manage AD

• Current medicines approved for managing AD

• Questions to ask your doctor about treatments that are recommended for you or the person you’re caring for

Alzheimer’s disease is a condition that affects the parts of the brain that control memory, thought, and language. Alzheimer’s disease and its symptoms generally occur in stages, starting with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Right now, there isn't a cure for Alzheimer's disease. But there are treatments that can help slow down the disease and treatments to manage some of the symptoms. Watch this video to learn more.

Here are some questions you can ask your doctor and healthcare team about treatments recommended for you:

• What medicines are available for my condition?

• What are the possible side effects of these medicines?

• Are there any non-medicine options?

• Are there any tests or exams I should have?

• Where can I find more information and resources?

• Are there any support groups you recommend?

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