Benefits of Early Diagnosis and Treatment
Diagnosing and treating Alzheimer's early has many benefits.
Among all who suffer from Alzheimer's, it's estimated that only 50 percent are diagnosed. However, the earlier you get an Alzheimer's diagnosis, the better off you or your loved one might be. Many people feel anxious about a diagnosis.1 Yet early diagnosis has many benefits.2
- Starting Alzheimer's disease treatment earlier means that you can start slowing symptoms sooner.
- There is more time to plan for the future.
- It may eliminate fear of the unknown, and may reduce anxiety for patients and caregivers.3
ARICEPT Can Help Delay Nursing Home Placement
Of available Alzheimer's treatments, only Aricept has a study that shows staying on treatment can delay moving your loved one to a nursing home by nearly 2 years.
With studies like this, results may be caused by multiple factors. ARICEPT is one possible factor.