Per the report, the protein 'beta-amyloid' is said to be a cause for 'progressive dementia'. Beta-amyloid is understood to be produced in the brain as a "defense mechanism" to pathogens that are introduced to the body via the nasal cavity. TheHealthSite.com
The study shows brain changes occur as early as age 50, up to 15 years before the earliest memory loss symptoms of Alzheimer's occur. TheHealthSite.com
Alzheimer s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects many families in India. Symptoms include memory problems, difficulty in planning or problem-solving, confusion, and changes in mood and personality. The exact cause is unknown but is believed to be a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. While there is no cure, treatments can help manage symptoms and slow down the progression.
The study showed that the highest levels of tau, a protein involved in Alzheimer's, were only observed in hormone therapy users who reported a long delay between age at menopause onset and their initiation of the therapy
Alzheimer s is a degenerative brain disease and is the most common form of dementia. In the final stages, a person may fail to recognise herself/himself. Can this be prevented? Let s find out what experts say.