Greek name. In Greek, the name Cyr means-lordly.The name Cyr originated as an Greek name. The name Cyr is most often used as a boy name or male name. Greek Name Meaning-lordly.
Duration and Treatment. With an average lifespan after onset of 5 to 7 years, the progress of Dementia with Lewy Bodies is relentless; however, the rate of decline varies with each person. DLB does not follow a pattern of stages as is seen in some other dementias. Death usually occurs from pneumonia or other illness.
All of the above processes have a devastating impact on the brain, and over time, it shrinks dramatically, affecting nearly all of its functions. The rate of progression of the disease varies greatly. People with Alzheimer's live an average of eight years, but some people may survive up to 20 years. The course of the disease depends in part on age at diagnosis and whether a person has other health conditions. The medical community uses stages to apply a timeframe to the progression of the disease.