Video del Dr Phillip Fletcher
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
It's common that people with early signs of dementia begin to repeat themselves, and forget conversations and appointments. However, the symptoms can vary away from this - and they can be subtle - so it's important that if relatives notice any unusual change, it needs looking into. Here to tell you all you need to know about dementia is respected consultant neurologist Dr Phillip Fletcher. He goes into expert detail about if there are specific groups of people that are at risk of suffering from dementia, the personal nuances of the condition and if people can reduce their chances of getting it, alongside other informative points, in this comprehensive video. 00:00 What are the early warning signs of dementia? 01:27 Who is most at risk of suffering from dementia? 02:37 Is dementia generally the same for everyone who experiences it? 03:30 What is the prognosis of dementia? 04:34 Can dementia ever be misdiagnosed? 05:42 How can I reduce my chances of getting dementia? 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
"I found it fascinating trying to learn and understand about what makes us human beings." Dr Phillip Fletcher, highly esteemed consultant neurologist based in London, reveals why he decided to specialise in neurology, what he finds most rewarding about his profession and what his patients value most about him. If you would like to book an appointment with Dr Fletcher, simply head on over to his Top Doctors profile here today: 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