Frontotemporal Lobar Degeneration

Frontotemporal Lobar Degeneration (FTLD) is a group of brain disorders that primarily affect the frontal and temporal lobes, responsible for personality, behavior, and language. It leads to progressive changes in these areas, causing symptoms such as difficulty with speech, impaired judgment, social withdrawal, and altered personality. Unlike Alzheimer’s disease, memory loss is less prominent early on. FTLD typically occurs in middle age and progresses over time, impacting daily functioning and relationships. The exact cause is often unknown, but it involves abnormal buildup of certain proteins in the brain. There is currently no cure, but supportive treatments can help manage symptoms.