About Dementia

Dementia is a widespread disease. In Singapore, the number will rise dramatically as we are one of the most rapidly ageing society in the world.  By 2020, we will have 52,000 people with dementia and by 2050, 187,000 people. Dementia may be caused by up to 100 different diseases, and there are many other diseases that may have symptoms similar to dementia. Thus, if you have symptoms that are similar to dementia, it is important to be examined properly. It is important to remember that everyone with dementia can be treated, although few can be cured.

Dementia diseases have also been called the relatives' disease. That is because the person who is afflicted is not always troubled by the symptoms. When a dementia disease strikes, it will often affect the entire family and social circle.

In this section, you can get information on dementia and the symptoms that may accompany it. You can also read about how examinations for dementia are performed, about the various dementia diseases, and about medical treatment.