AN AYURVEDA CONCEPT OF DEMENTIA ASSOCIATED WITH ALZHIMER’S DISEASE
Dr. Sandeep S. Kamble*, Dr. Jinesh Jain and Dr. O. P. Dwivedi
ABSTRACT
Alzheimer's disease is a leading cause of dementia. The term "dementia" described as an acquired cognitive and behavioural decline associated with brain disease. There are various etiological factors associated with disease such as; aging, trauma, syphilis alcohol abuse, menstrual disorders, disappointed affections and shocks. Later, investigators described neuropathological correlation of dementia syndromes, for establishing the relation between brain disease and dementia. Ayurveda literature mentioned Smriti and its importance under Pragyaparadh concept where Smritibhrinsha also considered as leading cause of disease dementia.
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