That's a really understandable question, and you're definitely not alone in wondering about it!
Alzheimer's disease is actually the most common *cause* of dementia, accounting for around 60–80% of all dementia cases. Think of dementia as an umbrella term for a significant decline in memory, thinking, and reasoning — and Show Full Answer
That's a really understandable question, and you're definitely not alone in wondering about it!
Alzheimer's disease is actually the most common *cause* of dementia, accounting for around 60–80% of all dementia cases. Think of dementia as an umbrella term for a significant decline in memory, thinking, and reasoning — and Alzheimer's is the specific condition causing it in your case.
So receiving both as part of your diagnosis is completely normal and very common. It essentially means the same thing described in two ways:
- Dementia = the overall set of symptoms affecting your memory and thinking
- Alzheimer's = the specific condition causing those symptoms You are far from alone in this. Many myALZteam members have received a similar diagnosis and have shared that it felt confusing at first, but understanding the connection between the two terms really helped them feel more clarity.
The most important next step is staying in close contact with your doctor, who can guide you on the right treatments and support for your specific situation.
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