Five Alzheimer's Disease warning signs you may be missing

The condition is a degenerative brain disease that is caused when there is damage to nerve cells responsible for memory, language and problem-solving.

While the disease is most commonly associated with memory loss, a number of other symptoms go unnoticed.

Expert shares five unnoticed symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease to look out for

Those with Alzheimer's may withdraw more from social situations (Image: Getty Images)

These are the five symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease you should look out for, according to Jamie Winn PharmD, at Universal Drugstore.

Social Isolation

While desiring less socialisation is common with many older people, it can also be a sign of Alzheimer's Disease.

Those developing the condition may withdraw from social activities because of difficulties holding conversations and because of the stress associated with keeping plans.

Difficulty with financial decisions

The occasional mistake when it comes to managing personal finances is normal but consistent difficulty handling household bills and other money-related matters could be a sign that the part of the brain that deals with complex cognitive processes is declining.

Socially inappropriate behaviour

A decline in a person's cognitive functions may make them more impulsive and more likely to engage in socially inappropriate behaviours.

An otherwise polite person may start using language you've never heard from them and start making hurtful comments.

Alzheimer's sufferers may become more impulsive and rude (Image: Getty Images)

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Vision Impairment

Changes in vision are common as we age, making it easy for this symptom to go under the radar.

Unlike cataracts or general deterioration, Alzheimer’s sufferers may face a sudden impairment to their vision such as difficulty judging distance, colour, and contrast. 

Paranoia

Those with Alzheimer's Disease may suffer from delusions, false beliefs and paranoia.

Memory-related symptoms of the disease, such as misplacing and losing things can become confusing, which may cause paranoia and accusations such as people stealing from them.