Alzheimer’s

The exact causes of Alzheimer’s disease are unknown, but it has been correlated to a number of factors. Certain brain abnormalities are found in those with the disease. However, experts are unsure whether these cause Alzheimer’s or if they are caused by Alzheimer’s. Commonly known as plaques and tangles, these abnormalities are: Neurofibrillary Tangles Tangled […]

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive and irreversible brain disease that slowly destroys cognitive skills and memory. The amyloid plaques and tangles that occur in brain tissue eventually prevent the patient from performing even the simplest of tasks. Early diagnosis can affect the progression of the disease and the ability to prepare for future needs of […]

Often, the terms “dementia” and “Alzheimer’s” are used interchangeably. The incorrect assumption that they are the same can often cause confusion for a patient, or a family member of a patient, who may be trying to learn about Alzheimer’s Disease. Dementia is a term used to describe a group of symptoms such as memory loss […]