Pick Disease of the Brain Learning Center
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Pick's disease is a rare and permanent form of dementia that is similar to Alzheimer's disease, except that it tends to affect only certain areas of the brain. |
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Symptoms
The disease can get worse slowly. Tissues in the temporal and frontal lobes of the brain start to shrink over time. S...
Causes
People with Pick's disease have abnormal substances (called Pick bodies and Pick cells) inside nerve cells in the dam...
Tests
The doctor will ask you about your medical history and symptoms. Your health care provider might order tests to help ...
Treatments
There is no specific treatment for Pick's disease. Certain antidepressants may help manage mood swings related to Pic...
Alternative Therapies
Some communities may have support groups (such as the Alzheimer's - support group, elder care - support group, or oth...
Complications
Abuse by an over-stressed caregiver; Infection; Loss of ability to care for self or perform normal activities; Loss o...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you develop symptoms of Pick's disease. Call your health care provider or go to the...
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