Differentiating Delirium from Dementia: A Critical Approach for Early Diagnosis and Management
In the maze of cognitive disorders, distinguishing Alzheimer's disease from delirium is akin to maneuvering between a slow-moving fog and a sudden, disorienting storm. Alzheimer's manifests gradually, eroding memory and cognitive abilities over time, while delirium strikes swiftly, disrupting attention and causing abrupt changes in mental status.
