Typically, there are myths that surround every illness, and Alzheimer's disease is no exception to the rule. When a diagnosis of this disorder is received from a doctor, it is critical to know fact from fiction, in order to better manage this devastating illness. This article will debunk four common rumors regarding Alzheimer's disease.
One common myth that some people have is that Alzheimer's disease is not fatal, which of course is not true. Alzheimer's works by destroying brain cells, causing memory loss, awkward social situations, loss of bodily functions, and a whole host of other side effects. Bit by bit, the disease will take away one's ability to lead a normal life such as was enjoyed before one was diagnosed.
Another myth people have is that the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease aren't real, or that the disorder is completely made up. This is far from the truth, and the further the disease progresses before diagnosis, the more difficult it is to manage.
Such people will usually not get help until the symptoms are quite severe, and it begins to negatively affect their friends and family. Other individuals with Alzheimer's disease will not recognize that they have a problem at all, and intervention from a family member is needed.
A third myth that is widely believed is that their treatment is available to stop Alzheimer's disease altogether or prevent the progression of the disease. Sadly, this is not the case, as there currently exists no drug or therapy, which can slow down the symptoms of Alzheimer's. Some drugs can slow down the symptoms of the disease for about a year; however, these drugs just mask the symptoms and do nothing to treat the illness itself.
That silver fillings can increase the risk of Alzheimer's disease is the last myth to be debunked. As silver dental fillings are composed of half mercury in addition to tin and silver, it is widely surmised that this heavy metal will cause damage to the brain over an extended period of time.
While this heavy metal can cause damage in large amounts, the World Health Organization has conducted numerous global studies on the impacts of mercury amalgams, and they have been declared safe.
Eliminating falsehoods and exposing truth is an important process of learning and the debunking of these myths should clear up some misconceptions regarding Alzheimer's disease. With so much more to learn, staying informed is essential to proper management of this illness.
About the Author:
More myths about Alzheimer's disease, as well as tips in treating the illness, are simply explained by Juliane Anders at Identify Alzheimer's. You can also purchase the book Naturally Combating Alzheimer's at his website.
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