Diagnosis in early stages is difficult despite its numerous symptoms. The physical examination includes a review of any medications the patient has been taking as well as general laboratory tests. A clinical evaluation can include computed tomography scan and electro-encephalogram, and assessment of evidence from family members and the patient. The disease leads to severe atrophy and distortion of cerebral cortex. Alzheimer's disease is difficult to cure but some symptoms like depression and delusion can be treated.
Alcohol abuse has an ancient history.
Long-term abuse includes withdrawal symptoms beginning 12 to 48 hours after a person stops drinking. Epilepsy is a common disorder of the human nervous system. It affects all kinds of people, regardless of sex, intelligence or standard of living. Among the most famous epileptics in history were Julius Caesar, Napoleon and Lord Byron. The IQ range for epileptics is the same as that of the general population.