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What is Alzheimer’s Disease?

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia.

It is a progressive disease beginning with mild memory loss and possibly leading to loss of the ability to carry on a conversation and respond to the environment.

Alzheimer’s disease involves parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language.

It can seriously affect a person’s ability to carry out daily activities.

Alzheimer's disease is thought to be caused by the abnormal buildup of proteins in and around brain cells. One Alzheimer's disease is thought to be caused by the abnormal buildup of proteins in and around brain cells. One of the proteins involved is called amyloid, deposits of which form plaques around brain cells. The other protein is brain cells. The other protein is called tau, deposits of which form tangles within brain cells.

SYMPTOMS


Inability to communicate.

No awareness of recent experiences or surroundings.

Weight loss with little interest in eating.

Seizures.

General physical decline, including dental, skin, and foot problems.

Difficulty swallowing.

Groaning, moaning, or grunting.

Increased sleeping.


The risk of developing Alzheimer's or vascular dementia appears to be increased by many conditions that damage the heart and blood vessels. These include heart disease, diabetes, stroke, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Work with your doctor to monitor your heart health and treat any problems that arise.

Here are some ways you can take care of yourself:

Ask for help when you need it.

Eat healthy foods.

Join a caregiver's support group.

Take breaks each day.

Spend time with friends.

Keep up with your hobbies and interests.

Get exercise as often as you can.

See your doctor on a regular basis.



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https://www.cdc.gov/aging/aginginfo/a....


https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseasesc...

https://www.alz.org/alzheimersdement...