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Dementia & Memory Disorders

الخرف واضطرابات الذاكرة

Not every memory lapse is dementia — and when it is, early diagnosis protects independence longer and gives families time to plan with support.

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When to See a Neurologist

Forgetting recent conversations or repeating questions
Losing the way in familiar places
Difficulty managing money, medications, or appliances
Word-finding difficulty in everyday speech
Personality or behaviour change noticed by family
Withdrawal from hobbies and social life

How It Is Diagnosed at the Clinic

Structured cognitive assessment in Arabic or English, informant interview, laboratory screen for reversible causes (thyroid, B12), and MRI to type the dementia and exclude treatable mimics.

Treatment Options

  1. 1Cholinesterase inhibitors and memantine where indicated
  2. 2Vascular risk-factor control to slow progression
  3. 3Behavioural and sleep symptom management
  4. 4Family education, safety planning, and caregiver support
  5. 5Regular structured follow-up of cognition and function

Related procedures:

Electroencephalography (EEG)

Why Dr. Ebied for This Condition

EssentiALZ-certified (Alzheimer's Association) with invited talks on dementia awareness — assessment delivered with cultural sensitivity in Arabic and English.

Frequently Asked Questions

Occasionally forgetting a name is ageing; forgetting recent events, repeating questions, and losing daily-life skills is not — that pattern deserves assessment.

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Consultations in Arabic & English at NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah. Book online, call, or WhatsApp.

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