Is Parkinson's Dementia the Same as Dementia with Lewy Bodies?

If you've ever heard the symptoms of these two disorders, they sound surprisingly alike. That's because they're both types of Lewy body dementia. However, there are several differences between the two.

Parkinson's Dementia vs. Dementia With Lewy Bodies By Esther Heerema, MSW If you've ever heard the symptoms of these two disorders, they sound surprisingly alike. That's because they're both types of Lewy body dementia. However, there are several differences between the two. READ NOW  Do Flu Shots Increase Alzheimer's Risk?  If you ask around or search online, you'll notice some very strong opinions on vaccinations. These range anywhere from people adamantly opposed to receiving any immunizations on one end, to research studies that tout the effectiveness of disease prevention through vaccines. READ NOW  Do You Know These Less Common Symptoms of Lewy Body Dementia?  It's important to review these less common symptoms so you aren't surprised if they develop. READ NOW  All About Surviving the Nursing Home State Survey  The process of a state survey in a nursing home can be very stressful. Here are some tips for handling it. READ NOW  Would a Secure Dementia Unit Benefit My Loved One?  If you're considering a secure dementia unit, there are a few questions to ask in order to determine if it would be a good fit for your loved one. READ NOW  READ THESE NEXT Diabetes Medication Lowers Dementia Risk Stop Doing These 10 Things If You're a Caregiver Recognizing Loneliness and Boredom in Dementia Finding the Root Cause of a Fall in Dementia Coping When Your Loved One With Dementia Doesn't Recognize You You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Alzheimer's & Dementia newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2018 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy