Po-Heng Tsai1. 1. Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health, 2950 Cleveland Clinic Blvd, Weston, FL, 33331, USA. tsaip@ccf.org.
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The purpose of this review was to discuss therapeutic options available for the treatment of memory difficulties in dementia. RECENT FINDINGS: Because of the lack of progress in the availability of new medications, there has been an increased interest in focusing on non-pharmacological means to management cognitive symptoms related to dementia. The clinical management of memory loss should focus both on pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches. Treatment with medications should usually begin with a cholinesterase inhibitor and then followed by addition of memantine if there is a decline. In addition to medication management, emphasis should be placed on the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle that encompasses physical activities, cognitive stimulation, and a healthy diet.
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The purpose of this review was to discuss therapeutic options available for the treatment of memory difficulties in dementia. RECENT FINDINGS: Because of the lack of progress in the availability of new medications, there has been an increased interest in focusing on non-pharmacological means to management cognitive symptoms related to dementia. The clinical management of memory loss should focus both on pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches. Treatment with medications should usually begin with a cholinesterase inhibitor and then followed by addition of memantine if there is a decline. In addition to medication management, emphasis should be placed on the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle that encompasses physical activities, cognitive stimulation, and a healthy diet.
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