Memory Loss And Dementia
Memory loss and dementia nature, causes and O.T.C medications
Memory loss or forgetfulness is associated frequently with normal aging, and more severe memory loss and dementia are associated with a number of serious medical conditions such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases.
Aging process causes the blood vessels to be less elastic and solidified (atherosclerosis),
So the blood flow to the brain decreases dramatically, this causes the damage of many brain cells which are not replaceable, something leads to these characteristic aging strange behaviors that may include Memory loss and dementia.
Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases both are due two the disturbances of the dopamine-acetyl choline balance inside the brain, a problem which requires lifelong treatment and follow up.
Investigation: requires patient profile, patient examination, history and C.T or M.R.I imaging.
Treatment for Parkinson’s and Alzheimer: many different types of treatments that may include surgical operations.
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Ginkgo biloba
Ginkgo biloba extracts are dietary supplements that have been promoted as memory enhancers for many years. Studies of short duration (6–12 weeks) have produced contradictory results in randomized clinical trials. However, a study lasting over 6 years and involving more than 3000 individuals over the age of 75 who had normal cognition or mild cognitive impairment failed to prevent dementia from all causes or from Alzheimer’s disease with standardized ginkgo or placebo.
Ginkgo biloba may be helpful in preventing memory loss. It may also help to relieve pain associated with claudication (impaired circulation that causes pain when walking).
Mode of action
Active constituents present in ginkgo may increase blood supply to tissues through their ability to reduce the viscosity of blood and cause vasodilatation.
Warnings and precautions
Bleeding has been reported with the use of ginkgo, and excessive bleeding may occur if an individual is taking anticoagulant drugs such as aspirin or Warfarin. Individuals taking anticoagulant drugs should consult a physician before using ginkgo. Individuals may experience headache and nausea.
