Video del Dr Phillip Fletcher

An expert guide to frontotemporal dementia - Online interview

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Dementia is a symptom resulting from degenerative neurological conditions in the brain. More specifically, the nerve damage that leads to frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is in the frontal lobe, or the temporal lobes at the side. These nerves affect things such as personality and language, so patients with FTD experience noticeable changes in these areas. Here to offer an easy-to-understand take on this complex, but essential, topic for patients and their family and friends, is leading consultant neurologist Dr Phillip Fletcher. Learn more about FTD, how it affects the body, diagnosis and treatment options in this informative video. 00:00 What is frontotemporal dementia (FTD)? 01:05 What is primary progressive aphasia? 01:45 How does frontotemporal dementia (FTD) affect the body? 03:32 How is frontotemporal dementia (FTD) diagnosed? 04:49 What are the most effective treatment options? To schedule a consultation with Dr Fletcher, visit his Top Doctors profile: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/phillip-fletcher ✔ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3fSrqXb ✔ Follow us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3t5kGsW ✔ Follow us on Twitter: https://bit.ly/39TidKh