Warning Symptoms Of Posterior Cortical Atrophy

Decline in Literacy Skills

The vision issues and cognitive changes that are part of advanced posterior cortical atrophy may lead to a decline in literacy skills. Patients may have trouble reading, and spelling difficulties might also develop. The patient's ability to work with numbers and perform mathematical calculations may be reduced. Individuals with posterior cortical atrophy could also experience trouble with finding familiar words. To assist patients who have declining literacy and numeracy skills, caregivers may wish to read texts to them, and they can also assist with reading the mail and with writing checks and paying bills. Posterior cortical atrophy patients may need help with counting money while shopping as well. Medications that reduce cognitive decline and other treatments that ease anxiety and depression may help patients with this symptom feel better.