INTRODUCING 3 DISEASES THAT AFFECTS THE NERVE SYSTEM BY :Tashunda jones

Alzheimer's NO CURE EXIST , BUT MEDICATIONS AND MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES MAY IMPROVE SYMPTOMS .

Alzheimer's Alzheimer's affects the brain functions , memory, and behavior. This disease that attacks brain cells and Neurotransmitter. By affecting the way your brain functions , your memory ,and behavior. The risk of developing Alzheimer's usually comes from age , family traits , and previous server head injuries. Problems that you may notice is forgetfulness ,speech problems , difficulties in understanding what a person is saying ,personality and mood changes.

FACTS ABOUT ALZHEIMERS Stage One: No Impairment In the first stage, a person with Alzheimer’s disease has no memory impairment with no evident symptoms of dementia. Stage Two: Very Mild Cognitive Decline In this stage, a person with Alzheimer’s disease begins to experience the typical forgetfulness associated with aging. Stage Three: Mild Cognitive Decline Individuals in this stage experience increased forgetfulness as well as slight difficulty with focus or concentration. In stage three, increased forgetfulness and decreased performance are likely to be noticed by the person’s family members. Early-Stage Dementia In the first three stages above, an individual is not considered to have dementia. Stage Four: Moderate Cognitive Decline Stage four comprises what is clinically described as early-stage dementia. A person with early-stage dementia (in stage four of the seven-stage model) will experience increased forgetfulness, often forgetting recent events, as well as difficulty concentrating, difficulty with problem-solving, and difficulty managing finances. People in stage four may also be in denial about their forgetfulness and other symptoms, and as socialization becomes increasingly difficult, they may begin to withdraw from family and friends. Mid-Stage Dementia Stage five marks the beginning of mid-stage dementia, which continues through stage six. Stage Five: Moderately Severe Cognitive Decline Major memory deficiencies are present beginning in stage five, and people in this stage of the disease may require assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and preparing meals.. Stage Six: Severe Cognitive Decline People in stage six may also begin to experience incontinence of bowel or bladder, and speech ability is often diminished. Significant personality changes may also be noticeable at this stage, as individuals may suffer from delusions, anxiety, or agitation. This stage lasts an average of about two and a half years. Late-Stage Dementia The seventh and final stage comprises the final stage in the three-stage model: late-stage dementia.

Shingles

SHINGLES Shingles is a painful rash caused by the chicken pox virus. The shingles rash develops into an itchy blisters usually on one side of the body . It most likely to occur ages of 40-60 . It can experience physical and emotional stress.

Shingles FACTS Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus — the same virus that causes chickenpox. This treatments can be cured which includes pain relief and medications such as Acyclovir or Valacylovir . (can treat herpes ,shingles , and genital herpes) Shingles occurs when the dormant chicken pox virus is reactivated in nerve tissues .

PARKINSONS

PARKINSONS Parkinson's is a disorder of the central Nervous system that affects movements , often including tremors .(A trembling movement) There are 5 stages of Parkinson's 1. During initial stage the person has mild symptoms that do not interfere with daily activities. 2. Symptoms starts getting worse feels tremors , rigidity and other movements affecting both sides of thee body . 3. Considered mid stage , loss balance , and slowness of movement are hallmarks. 4 At this point the symptoms are severe limiting . 5. This is the most advanced and debilitating stage.

Parkinson's facts The Parkinson's disease develops when the cells in the Niagara part of the brain starts To die. You can live up to twenty years with the Parkinson's disease. The Parkinson's disease affects ages 40 -60 years old.

Can Parkinson's Be cured ? Parkinson's cant be cured but medications can help control your symptoms.

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