Alzheimer’s

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BY:
TAYLOR AND MEG
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What is Alzheimer’s ?

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 Causes of Alzheimer’s

The causes can not be fully explained by scientist.

Obvious causes can be explained by…

- genetics
- environment
- lifestyle factors
 Causes by Genetics

“Early-Onset”
- Alzheimer’s develops while the patents is in their 30’s, 40’s, or 50’s
- Mainly caused by a mutation in one of the three genes a person inherits
from their parents
“Late-Onset”
- Alzheimer’s develops in the patent after they turn age 60
- This type of Alzheimer’s is linked with the gene APOE
About 40% of people who carry this specific form of the gene do
develop “late-onset” Alzheimer’s.
 Causes by Life Styles and Environment

Alzheimer’s may develop faster in patents that

have…
 poor nutritional diet
 lack of physical activity
 lack of social activity
 lack of mental stimulating pursuits

Also chances are increased in patents that have…

 a heart disease
 experienced a stroke
 high blood pressure
 diabetes
 obesity problems
 10 Signs of Alzheimer's

1. Memory loss that disrupts daily life

2. Challenges in planning or solving problems
3. Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work or at
leisure
4. Confusion with time or place
5. Trouble understanding visual images and relationships
6. New problems with words in speaking or writing
7. Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps
8. Decreased or poor judgment
9. Withdrawal from work or social activities
10. Changes in mood and personality
 Treatments

Currently there is no cure or reversible treatment for

the disease, however medications are available that
may delay the onset of more severe symptoms. 
The class of drugs used to treat mild to moderate
Alzheimer’s disease is known as cholinesterase
inhibitors. 
http://alz.org/alzheimers_disease_4719.asp
http://
www.nia.nih.gov/Alzheimers/Publications/adfact.ht
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http://www.memorydr.com/alz.htm
PNP; Gloria King