Jakarta: People often refer to Alzheimer’s condition as dementia. Dementia is often experienced by the elderly, so Alzheimer’s is often not detected, even though the symptoms can be experienced from a young age (early on-set dementia).
Early detection helps sufferers and their families to better cope with the cognitive decline and psycho-social effects of the disease. Apart from early detection, it is also important to prevent Alzheimer’s disease.
“Although in general, Alzheimer’s disease is experienced by parents, nowadays young people can also experience young people. Lifestyle, especially a sedentary lifestyle coupled with less exercise can increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s, “said the Head of the Neurobehavior Study of PERDOSSI, dr. Astuti, Sp.S (K), in the Digital Media Briefing “Senility is not a normal thing, recognize symptoms and treat it immediately,” Monday, September 14, 2020.
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According to dr. Astuti, to prevent Alzheimer’s, the most important thing is to have a healthy lifestyle. “Apart from physical health, mental health must also be maintained. Avoid things that can cause stress, “he added.
“Then we must also pay attention to the nutrition of the food consumed. If there are risk factors, such as a family who has Alzheimer’s disease, we must increase awareness, ”said dr. Astuti.
Besides that, according to dr. Astuti also don’t forget to always check with the doctor and do an evaluation to find out whether we are at risk for Alzheimer’s or not. “For those who are already suffering from comorbidities such as hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, the most important thing is to keep their condition under control,” he said.
“If someone has diabetes, he can also get Alzheimer’s. And if his diabetes is controlled, he may not get Alzheimer’s and even live like a normal person in general, “added dr. Astuti.
Besides that, dr. Astuti also suggested doing hobbies that you like, or doing activities related to arts or social activities. Doing spiritual deepening, such as attending recitation, going to church, and so on, according to dr. Astuti can help prevent Alzheimer’s.
(YDH)
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