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Alzheimer's disease is a progressive brain disorder that destroys memory and thinking skills. It starts with mild memory loss but eventually is severe enough to interfere with daily life. The disease causes physical changes like brain shrinkage and chemical changes that damage communication between neurons. Abnormal buildup of proteins called amyloid plaques and tau tangles are hallmarks of the disease. While there is no cure, medications and lifestyle changes can help treat symptoms and quality of life for those living with Alzheimer's disease.

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William's Alzheimer's Disease Presentation

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive brain disorder that destroys memory and thinking skills. It starts with mild memory loss but eventually is severe enough to interfere with daily life. The disease causes physical changes like brain shrinkage and chemical changes that damage communication between neurons. Abnormal buildup of proteins called amyloid plaques and tau tangles are hallmarks of the disease. While there is no cure, medications and lifestyle changes can help treat symptoms and quality of life for those living with Alzheimer's disease.

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Alzheimer's Disease

By Will Murray
What is Alzheimer's
● A progressive disease that destroys memory and other important mental functions
● Alzheimer’s is the most common type of Dementia which results in memory loss
● Alzheimer's worsens over time and people live, on average, 4-8 years ago diagnosis
● In its early stages, memory loss is mild, but with late-stage Alzheimer's, individuals lose
the ability to carry on a conversation and respond to their environment.
Alzheimer Brain vs Normal Brain
● Physical Changes
● Brain becomes less “juicy” and the gaps become larger
● Brain shrinks to ⅓ its original size
● Chemical Changes
● The brian also suffers from chemical changes
which forces the individual to need help eating,
communicating and dressing
● The Neurotransmitters that are generally
transmitted from one nerve cell to another nerve
cell become depleted.
● Impossible for the brain of an individual with
Alzheimer’s disease to function properly
How Does Alzheimer's Happen
● Alzheimer's disease is caused by the abnormal build-up of proteins in and
around brain cells
● One of the protein is called tau, deposits of which form tangles within brain
cells. The other is called is called amyloid, deposits of which form plaques
around brain cells.
● Research has shown that in people with Alzheimer's the barrier of the cell is
compromised due to gaps the form in usually tightly packed endothelial cells.
● Leads to a build-up of harmful molecules in the brain which then results in
swelling of the brain and reduced blood flow in it.
Alzheimer's Cure
● There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease or a way to stop or slow its progression
● However, there are drug and non-drug options that may help treat symptoms
● Understanding available options can help individuals living with the disease and their
families to cope with symptoms and improve quality of life
● Medications called “Cholinesterase Inhibitors” is the best
treatment for mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. These
drugs may help reduce some symptoms and help control
some behavioral symptoms.
Citations

● “Alzheimer's Disease.” Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education


and Research, 8 Dec. 2018,
www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alzheimers-disease/symptoms-caus
es/syc-20350447.
● “The Affect of Dementia on the Brain.” Dementia Care Central,
www.dementiacarecentral.com/video/dementia/.
● Sanchez, Elaine K. “Alzheimer's Disease: Causes, Stages, Symptoms &
Prevention.” Drugwatch.com, 20 Apr. 2020,
www.drugwatch.com/health/alzheimers-disease/.
● “What Is Alzheimer's?” Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia,
www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-alzheimers.

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