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Alzheimer's Disease

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My 70 year-old mother having trouble keeping up with conversations if people talk fast. Is this a sign of alzheimers?

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How long can a person survive without eating or drinking on IV fluids?

Yes, one can survive quite a while on IVs, but there would need to be special fluids that provide additional nutritional support (calories), not just...

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Can antiperspirants cause Alzheimer's disease?

Back in the 1960s, a few studies found high levels of aluminum in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease. The research suddenly called into...

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How do I deal with the guilt of not taking my mother to family events? She has Alzheimer’s and can’t handle crowds.

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What is Alzheimer's disease?

Alzheimer's disease or Alzheimer's-type dementia is a progressive degeneration of brain tissue that primarily strikes people over age 65. It is the...

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What causes Alzheimer's disease?

Although typically people develop Alzheimer's disease as they grow older, the disease is not a natural result of aging. It is an abnormal condition...

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My husband has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimers and he is eating more carbs than ever. Is this common?

Nutrition is one of the areas that caregivers often must assume responsibility for... even if the person's Alzheimer's is at an early stage. A short...

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Who Would Take Care of the Person with Alzheimer's disease if Something Happened to You?

It is important to have a plan in case of your own illness, disability, or death. Consult a lawyer about setting up a living trust, durable power of...

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What are the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease?

There is no "typical" person with Alzheimer's. There is tremendous variability among people with Alzheimer's in their behaviors and...

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What is Alzheimer's disease?

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, irreversible brain disease that destroys memory and thinking skills. Estimates vary, but experts suggest that...

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Is there a link between aluminum and Alzheimer's disease?

Although there have been many fears about aluminum over the years, these are not supported by research. To my knowledge, the aluminum/Alzheimer's...

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