Alzheimers Disease Treatment in India

James Ali, a 72-year-old retired history...

James Ali, a 72-year-old retired history professor, had always been the family's storyteller. Over the past two years, his wife and children noticed he was losing the thread of his own tales. He'd forget the names of his grandchildren, misplace his keys constantly, and became anxious in familiar social settings. His wife, a retired nurse, documented his increasing confusion and occasional getting lost on his daily walk. Their primary care physician referred them to a neurologist. After a detailed history, physical and neurological exam, and cognitive testing showing significant memory and executive function deficits, the doctor recommended a comprehensive diagnostic workup for Alzheimer's disease. This included brain MRI to rule out other causes, blood tests, and a PET scan to look for amyloid plaques. The process was emotionally draining for James, who felt a deep sense of shame during the cognitive tests. The confirmation of a 'probable Alzheimer's disease' diagnosis was devastating. However, it began a new phase. James was started on a medication to help slow symptom progression and referred to a support group. With a clear diagnosis, the family could plan, adapt their home, and focus on quality time. James's initial fear gave way to a determined focus on living well with the disease, supported by his family's love and a structured care plan.