Jaipur: The government centre in the city for treatment of people with acute symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) has no facility for their long stay along with specialised care and support.
The centre is a part of the 200-bed psychiatric unit of SMS Hospital at Adarsh Nagar. In the absence of facilities for longer stay, the families of people with Alzheimer’s disease are forced to take them home and look after them. With life expectancy rising, cases of Alzheimer’s disease are also on an upswing as it is mainly a health issue related to old age, say doctors.
“We run an OPD for the geriatric population on Thursdays and Fridays and see patients with Alzheimer’s. For acute management, we have facilities for admission,” said Dr Lalit Batra, superintendent of the psychiatry centre.
Patients of AD, he said, need proper care from their families at home or by trained caregivers. “Since there are chances of them going out and getting lost, their family members need to ensure that the patient has the contact number and home address with them all the time so that anyone who finds them can help in their return home safe,” added Dr Batra.
Dr Akhilesh Jain, head of the department of psychiatry at ESI Hospital in the city, said elderly people with AD often appear troubled or become forgetful. “They may not remember names or repeat the same question multiple times. At the beginning, they may seem confused at times or lost in thought. Their families often overlook these symptoms, considering them a part of normal advanced age. However, these could be the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease,” said Dr Jain.
“People with AD need proper care. They must never be allowed to leave home alone. If they have difficulty going to the bathroom, their families should place a large sign or photo on the bathroom door. They should be given comfortable clothing,” he added.
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The centre is a part of the 200-bed psychiatric unit of SMS Hospital at Adarsh Nagar. In the absence of facilities for longer stay, the families of people with Alzheimer’s disease are forced to take them home and look after them. With life expectancy rising, cases of Alzheimer’s disease are also on an upswing as it is mainly a health issue related to old age, say doctors.
“We run an OPD for the geriatric population on Thursdays and Fridays and see patients with Alzheimer’s. For acute management, we have facilities for admission,” said Dr Lalit Batra, superintendent of the psychiatry centre.
Patients of AD, he said, need proper care from their families at home or by trained caregivers. “Since there are chances of them going out and getting lost, their family members need to ensure that the patient has the contact number and home address with them all the time so that anyone who finds them can help in their return home safe,” added Dr Batra.
Dr Akhilesh Jain, head of the department of psychiatry at ESI Hospital in the city, said elderly people with AD often appear troubled or become forgetful. “They may not remember names or repeat the same question multiple times. At the beginning, they may seem confused at times or lost in thought. Their families often overlook these symptoms, considering them a part of normal advanced age. However, these could be the early signs of Alzheimer’s disease,” said Dr Jain.
“People with AD need proper care. They must never be allowed to leave home alone. If they have difficulty going to the bathroom, their families should place a large sign or photo on the bathroom door. They should be given comfortable clothing,” he added.
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A recent survey conducted in India revealed that 16% of COVID-19 patients experienced cognitive dysfunction, including symptoms like forgetfulness and confusion, which are indicators of Alzheimer’s Disease. Studies have shown that the prevalence of dementia among people over 60 is 7.4% and is expected to double by 2036. Lack of awareness about the disease has led to stigmatization and mistreatment of patients. The average age of onset for Alzheimer’s has also decreased due to the impact of COVID-19.
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