Memory problems may be associated with ageing, stress, poor sleep, medication, vitamin deficiencies, thyroid disorders, depression or neurological disease. Dementia refers to a group of conditions that cause progressive difficulty with memory, reasoning, language, behaviour and the ability to manage daily activities. Alzheimer’s disease is a common cause of dementia, but vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia and other neurological conditions can produce similar symptoms. Apollo Adlux Hospital provides a detailed assessment of memory loss and cognitive impairment to determine possible causes and the level of functional impact.

Evaluation may include clinical history from the patient and family, neurological examination, cognitive testing, blood investigations and brain imaging. Treatment depends on the diagnosis and may include medicines for cognitive symptoms, control of vascular risk factors, treatment of sleep or behavioural problems and management of reversible medical causes. Patients and caregivers also receive guidance regarding safety, daily routines, communication, future planning and available rehabilitation support. Early assessment allows potentially treatable causes to be identified and helps families plan appropriate care.