Ten facts about Alzheimer's Disease
Early Onset:
Can start as early as age 30, though rare (under 5%).
Gender Disparity:
Women are more likely to develop Alzheimer's.
Genetic Risk:
A gene called APOE-e4 increases the risk of Alzheimer's.
Stages:
Alzheimer's progresses from mild memory loss to severe impairment.
Early Changes
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Brain changes begin long before symptoms appear.
Lifestyle:
Workout, eating healthy food, reduces risk of onset.
Senses
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Impacts vision, smell, and taste.
Emotional Impact:
Causes depression, anxiety, mood swings.
Biomarkers
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Tests like amyloid and tau levels help diagnose Alzheimer's early.
Global Issue
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Could affect 152 million people by 2050.