Apple News In Conversation Rebroadcast: His father was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. He went looking for answers.
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May 2, 2024 Cardiologist Sandeep Jauhar shares his journey of caring for his father with Alzheimer's, highlighting the emotional challenges and advancements in treatment. The podcast delves into the complexities of caregiving, new drugs like Canabap, and the concept of dementia villages. It also touches on the importance of empathy in doctor-patient relationships and the emotional aspects of caring for loved ones with dementia.
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Early Signs of Alzheimer's
- Sandeep Jauhar noticed his father forgetting things, like the code to their safe and what he had for lunch.
- His father even got lost driving home and flagged down strangers for directions.
Dementia and Alzheimer's
- Dementia, from Latin, means loss of thinking.
- Alzheimer's, the most common type, affects millions and will likely double or triple in the coming decades.
Alzheimer's Progression in the Brain
- Alzheimer's starts in the hippocampus, affecting short-term memory encoding.
- It then impacts the amygdala (emotional processing) and later, self-awareness.