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Changes in the brain can occur 10-20 YEARS before Alzheimer's disease symptoms appear
1 in 9 adults ages 65 and older experience symptoms of early Alzheimer’s disease
Family history of Alzheimer’s disease can increase your risk for developing the disease
Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia. Dementia is a steady decline of memory, thinking, and reasoning skills that impacts a person’s quality of life daily. Memory care techniques are often encouraged by doctors as that can help strengthen cognitive (mental processing) function.
Typically, memory issues and problems finding the right words or getting lost in familiar spaces are common early signs of Alzheimer's disease. Early onset Alzheimer's disease occurs when patients experience symptoms of dementia between the ages of 30 – 60. It’s important to recognize and address any progressive decline in memory or thinking as almost half of patients do not discuss those changes with their doctor.
Alzheimer's disease stages are preclinical, early (mild), moderate (middle), and severe (late). During these stages, symptoms range from being unnoticed to very severe. However, in each stage the brain is affected and changed by the disease. In some cases, early onset Alzheimer's disease occurs when patients experience symptoms of dementia between the ages of 30 – 60.
The cause of Alzheimer's disease is unknown in most cases. However, in cases of early onset Alzheimer's disease, there could be a genetic factor. There are many other factors that could also affect a person’s chance of developing Alzheimer's disease.
Although the cause of Alzheimer’s disease is unknown, for cases of early onset Alzheimer’s disease, there may be a genetic factor for those who have a family history of Alzheimer’s disease. Currently, researchers are learning to measure biomarkers in blood samples. Other genetic factors like Downs syndrome increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
Currently, there is no Alzheimer's disease treatment or cure. Certain Alzheimer’s disease treatments are being developed that may help treat symptoms. Memory care techniques are often encouraged by doctors as that can help strengthen cognitive function. Fortunately, new medical research is developing medications to treat early onset Alzheimer's disease hoping to slow the progression of the disease. See if you qualify to participate in a research study today.
Making memory care a priority early on is important for anyone, especially for those with family history or signs of Alzheimer's Disease. Memory care can consist of some of the following: