What causes Dementia?

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What causes Dementia?

Dementia is generally a loss of thinking ability, memory, and other mental abilities. About 5%-8% of adults over the age 65 have some form of dementia issue. This percentage may double for every 5 years after the age of 65 as many as half of people in their 80s have some dementia.

The most common causes of dementia include:

·  Degenerative neurological diseases as it include Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, and some other types of multiple sclerosis. These diseases get worse over time.

·       Vascular disorders. These conditions affect the blood circulation in your brain.

·       Traumatic brain injuries caused by the car accidents, falls, concussions, etc.

·        Infections of the central nervous system. These include meningitis, HIV, and Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease.

·        Long-time alcohol or drug use

·        Certain types of hydrocephalus, a buildup of fluid in the brain

Certain physical and lifestyle factors can put you at higher risk of having dementia, including:

  • Age
  • Dementia in your family
  • Illnesses including diabetes, Down syndrome, heart disease, and sleep apnea
  • Depression
  • Smoking, heavy alcohol use, poor diet, and lack of exercise

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