Both flu viruses and the virus that causes COVID-19 can be spread to others by people before they begin showing symptoms; by people with very mild symptoms; and by people who never experience symptoms (asymptomatic people). How long does it take for symptoms of COVID-19 to appear after exposure? SymptomsRead More →
Persons with latent TB infection are not infectious and cannot spread TB infection to others. Overall, without treatment, about 5 to 10% of infected persons will develop TB disease at some time in their lives. About half of those people who develop TB will do so within the first twoRead More →
It may seem that the person is being starved or dehydrated to death, but they are not. In the end stages of dementia (in the last few months or weeks of life), the person’s food and fluid intake tends to decrease slowly over time. The body adjusts to this slowingRead More →
Fortunately, people who have mild to moderate symptoms typically recover in a few days or weeks. How can I treat symptoms of COVID-19 at home? Your healthcare provider might recommend the following to relieve symptoms and support your body’s natural defenses: • Taking medications, like acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to reduceRead More →
With Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, it is wise to accept that hospitalization is a “when” and not an “if” event. Due to the nature of the disease, it is very probable that, at some point, the person you are caring for will be hospitalized. Why are dementia patients hospitalized?Read More →
Avoid asking too many open-ended questions, as it could be stressful for a person with dementia if they can’t remember the answer. While it might seem polite to ask somebody about their day, it’s better to focus on what’s happening in the present. What happens when you yell at someoneRead More →
The late stage of Alzheimer’s disease may last from several weeks to several years. As the disease progresses, intensive, around-the-clock care is usually required. What stage of Alzheimer’s requires full time care? Middle-stage Alzheimer’s is typically the longest stage and can last for many years. As the disease progresses, theRead More →
This condition occurs due to low blood oxygen levels in the more advanced stages of emphysema. Malnutrition and cachexia – Loss of appetite and weight loss that occurs in advanced emphysema may eventually lead to malnutrition and cachexia, a condition that causes the muscles to slowly waste away. What stageRead More →
This level of vision loss is considered legal blindness, and certainly may have a severe impact on daily life, but macular degeneration will not lead to complete and total blindness. How long does it take to lose vision with macular degeneration? In late stages of AMD, you may have difficultyRead More →
Some people may feel short of breath. People with chronic heart, lung, and blood diseases may be at risk of severe COVID-19 symptoms, including pneumonia, acute respiratory distress, and acute respiratory failure. What are some of the lingering side effects of COVID-19? A full year has passed since the COVID-19Read More →