Was ist MCI?
Die Abkürzung MCI kann in der Medizin mehrere Bedeutungen haben: „myocardial infarction“, die englische (aber im deutschen Sprachgebrauch ebenso häufige) Abkürzung für den Herzinfarkt. Mild Cognitive Impairment (leichte kognitive Beeinträchtigung)
Wie nennt sich das Zwischenstadium zwischen dem erwarteten kognitiven Rückgang des normalen Alterns und dem stärkeren Rückgang der Demenz?
Die Mayo Clinic beschreibt MCI als „das Stadium zwischen dem erwarteten Rückgang des normalen Alterns und dem schwerwiegenderen Rückgang der Demenz“.
What causes mild cognitive impairment?
Mild cognitive impairment causes include anything from depression to vitamin deficiencies to alcohol abuse, and even some causes you probably never considered, such as hearing loss or an underactive thyroid. And yes, of course, mild cognitive impairment causes include Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.
What medications cause cognitive impairment?
„Simply put, we have confirmed that anticholinergics, something as seemingly benign as a medication for inability to get a good night’s sleep or for motion sickness, can cause or worsen cognitive impairment, specifically long-term mild cognitive impairment which involves gradual memory loss.
What are the signs of cognitive impairment?
Cognitive impairment occurs when problems with thought processes occur. It can include loss of higher reasoning, forgetfulness, learning disabilities, concentration difficulties, decreased intelligence, and other reductions in mental functions. Cognitive impairment may be present at birth or can occur at any point in a person’s lifespan.
What is subjective cognitive decline?
Subjective cognitive decline (SCD) is a form of impairment in which more frequent or worsening confusion or memory loss can affect the ability to care for oneself.