Video - Vascular dementia

Vascular dementia is a progressive loss of brain function caused by multiple strokes, or infarcts, which in turn are caused by atherosclerosis of the vessels supplying the brain. Symptoms can vary depending on the affected regions of that brain but may include problems with memory, thinking, and judgment, as well as difficulty with daily tasks and changes in mood or personality. Treatment for vascular dementia may include medications to manage symptoms and lifestyle changes to reduce risk factors for stroke, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and smoking.