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Lewy Body Dementia

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About Lewy Body Ddementia

Lewy body dementia (LBD) is an irreversible form of dementia associated with abnormal protein deposits in the brain called Lewy bodies. Symptoms of LBD are similar to Alzheimer symptoms and include memory loss, confusion, and difficulty communicating. Hallucinations and paranoia also may become apparent in the earlier stages of the disease and often last throughout the disease process.

Although initial symptoms of LBD may be mild, affected individuals eventually develop severe cognitive impairment. At this time, there is no treatment available for Lewy body dementia.



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