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| drdg
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I. Major depression disorder.
Patient has forgetfulness, memory loss, decreased appetite and weight loss, which are characteristics of major depression disorder.
Elderly patients with depression often present with memory loss ( pseudodementia). This can mimic other cause of dementia, including Alzheimer's dementia, CT is always normal. Depression can be successfully treated with SSRI.
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| drdg
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She has a history of similar symptoms 2 and 5 years ago that were successfully treated with medication indicates she had major depression disorder + memory impairment ( pseudodememtia)before, which is reversible with the treatment of depression using antidepression medication such as SSRI.
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| bhanusupriya
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hi,
UW says,in pseudo dementia-pt. is concerned about the problem and they want to get cured.
here,the q stem says-pt. is unconcerned.....
could u pls explain?
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| neuroblastoma
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actually i dont agree with MAJOR DEPRESSION
i STILL CHOSE B Alzheimer's DEMENTIA.---increasing forgetfullness in 82 yr old brought by her daughter. its not depression.(successfully treated already).
well, symptoms of Alzheimer's
Anxiety, suspiciousness, and agitation;
Confusion;
Difficulties with activities of daily living, such as feeding and bathing;
Difficulty recognizing family and friends;
Forgetting how to use simple, ordinary things, such as a pencil;
Inability to recognize objects;
Loss of appetite; weight loss;
Loss of bladder and bowel control;
Problems finding or speaking the right word;
Loss of speech;
Repetitive speaking or action;
Sleep disturbances;
Total dependence on caregiver; and
Wandering and pacing.
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