FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA

This is a rare form of Dementia caused by abnormal clumps of proteins developing in the brain cells these normally develop in the front and sides of the brain these are the parts of the brain that control language ,behavior and the ability to organize or plan anything . around 1 in 8 people who get this condition will have relatives also affected by the same condition. Other names for this are Picks disease frontal dementia semantic dementia primary progressive aphasia Symptoms Personality changes acting inappropriately selfishness unsympathetic neglecting personal hygiene over eating lack of motivation Language problems forgetting words calling a dog a sheep etc. other symptoms that may occur stiff movements difficulty swallowing incontinence The following medications are sometimes given Antidepressants Antipsychotics rarely used but can help to control severely challenging behavior There is much more information on the NHS WEBSITE

Marina Barker