Quick Answer
Family-noticed change with functional impact deserves assessment —— not just reassurance.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav • NMC 8029 • Kathmandu Neurology Clinic & Cognitive Center
Family-noticed memory change with impact on work or finances deserves assessment, even when the person minimizes it. At Kathmandu Neurology Clinic, Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav (NMC 8029) uses MoCA/MMSE, informant history and reversible-cause review (sleep, mood, medications, B12/thyroid, hearing) plus MRI only when indicated.
Early detection enables planning —— vascular risk optimization, sleep/mood treatment, cognitive strategies, driving/work counselling and caregiver support —— not a cure. Follow-up screens for conversion and maintains caregiver wellbeing. The clinic provides caregiver education at every visit.
Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav — consultant neurologist & headache specialist at Kathmandu Neurology Clinic & Cognitive Center provides evidence-based evaluation for alzheimer's disease.
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Frequently asked questions
Answers reviewed by Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav • MBBS, MD (Internal Medicine), FICN (Neurology), FCNV, FIHM • NMC 8029
No; while age is a risk factor, not all older adults develop Alzheimer's.
No proven prevention exists. Brain-health measures (cognitive engagement, exercise, cardiovascular health, good sleep) may support general health but do not guarantee avoidance.
Early discussion is helpful when concerns affect daily life; screening approach is individualized.
No; occasional lapses, stress-related memory changes, and other conditions can affect memory. Persistent functional impact warrants evaluation.
Occasional name or key forgetting is common, especially with stress or poor sleep. See a neurologist when forgetfulness is noticed by family, affects work or finances, or progresses over months. Dr. Jitendra uses MoCA/MMSE, informant history and reversible-cause review (sleep, mood, B12/thyroid, medications, hearing) a…
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References & Review
Reviewed by Dr. Jitendra Prasad Yadav • Last reviewed: 2026-09-04
- International Classification of Headache Disorders, 3rd edition (ICHD-3).
- Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine — Neurology sections.
- American Academy of Neurology guidelines for selected conditions (where applicable).
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