Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Alzheimer's Research UK supporter Steve is living with a rare form of dementia called posterior cortical atrophy, which usually begins by affecting a person's vision.
It took four years for Steve to get his diagnosis. But he remembers the exact words the consultant told him because getting the clarity of the diagnosis helped him and his wife Aly learn more about the condition.
Watch their video to learn about how getting a timely, accurate diagnosis for dementia reduces anxiety and makes a positive impact in the couple's lives.
Learn more about getting a diagnosis for dementia here: alzheimersresearchuk.org/dementia-information/getting-a-dementia-diagnosis
Learn more about posterior cortical atrophy and its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, risk factors, support and research here: alzheimersresearchuk.org/dementia-information/types-of-dementia/posterior-cortical-atrophy
Alzheimer's Research UK supporter Steve is living with a rare form of dementia called posterior cortical atrophy, which usually begins by affecting a person's vision.
It took four years for Steve to get his diagnosis. But he remembers the exact words the consultant told him because getting the clarity of the diagnosis helped him and his wife Aly learn more about the condition.
Watch their video to learn about how getting a timely, accurate diagnosis for dementia reduces anxiety and makes a positive impact in the couple's lives.
Learn more about getting a diagnosis for dementia here: alzheimersresearchuk.org/dementia-information/getting-a-dementia-diagnosis
Learn more about posterior cortical atrophy and its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, risk factors, support and research here: alzheimersresearchuk.org/dementia-information/types-of-dementia/posterior-cortical-atrophy
