- 1. Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Parkinson’s and Aging Diagnosis & Treatment Services
- 2. What is Alzheimer’s Disease?
- 3. What is Dementia?
- 4. What is Parkinson’s Disease?
- 5. Symptoms of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- 6. Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease
- 7. Diagnostic Methods
- 8. Treatment and Support Services
- 9. Recommendations for Healthy Aging
Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Parkinson’s and Aging Diagnosis & Treatment Services
At Özel Algomed Hospital, diagnosis and treatment processes for Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, and age-related neurological disorders are managed through a multidisciplinary approach by neurology, psychiatry, and related specialists.
Patients are evaluated through neurological examinations, laboratory tests, MRI imaging, EEG, neuropsychological assessments, and other necessary diagnostic procedures. The goal is early diagnosis, slowing disease progression, and improving quality of life.
Preventive evaluations and regular follow-up programs are also offered for individuals at risk.
What is Alzheimer’s Disease?
The most common early symptom is memory loss. As the disease progresses, difficulties in daily activities, communication, and decision-making may occur.
What is Dementia?
Dementia is a group of disorders characterized by decline in memory, attention, speech, thinking, and daily functioning abilities. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia.
Common symptoms include:
- Memory loss
- Difficulty making decisions
- Confusion about time and place
- Behavioral changes
- Difficulty performing daily tasks
What is Parkinson’s Disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive nervous system disorder affecting movement. It occurs due to the loss of dopamine-producing brain cells.
Common symptoms include:
- Tremors
- Slowness of movement
- Muscle stiffness
- Balance and walking problems
- Reduced facial expressions
Early diagnosis and regular treatment can significantly improve quality of life.
Symptoms of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- Forgetfulness affecting daily life
- Forgetting names and recent events
- Confusion about time and place
- Difficulty speaking and finding words
- Misplacing objects
- Difficulty making decisions
- Personality and behavioral changes
- Withdrawal from social life
Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease
- Tremors at rest
- Muscle rigidity
- Slow movements
- Walking with small steps
- Loss of balance
- Smaller handwriting
- Reduced facial expression
Diagnostic Methods
At Özel Algomed Hospital, diagnostic methods include:
- Neurological examination
- Mini Mental State Examination
- Neuropsychological assessments
- MRI
- CT scan
- EEG
- Blood and laboratory tests
- Advanced imaging methods when necessary
Treatment and Support Services
Treatment plans are customized according to each patient’s condition.
Main treatment approaches include:
- Medication therapy
- Regular neurological follow-up
- Psychological support
- Physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Cognitive and memory exercises
- Nutritional counseling
- Caregiver support services
Recommendations for Healthy Aging
- Exercise regularly
- Follow a Mediterranean diet
- Stay socially active
- Continue mental activities
- Monitor blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol
- Attend regular medical check-ups
